creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē 

ˌkrē-ə-

1

: the ability to create

her artistic creativity

2

: the quality of being creative

Synonyms

• cleverness
• creativeness
• imagination
• imaginativeness
• ingeniousness
• ingenuity
• innovativeness
• invention
• inventiveness
• originality

Examples of creativity in a Sentence

her intelligence and artistic creativity

the arts and crafts fair showed the remarkable creativity of local artists and artisans

Recent Examples on the Web

With this approach, Autodesk is well-positioned to drive not just efficiency but a new era of creativity and effectiveness in digital design. —Peter High, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Could this lead to a renaissance of creativity, personal fulfillment and community engagement? —Justin Maier, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024

Her story is a testament to resilience, creativity and an unwavering commitment to perseverance—a legacy few can match and one that continues to captivate generations. —Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Nov. 2024

This can be achieved by combining genuine human creativity with AI, meaning that AI is not a substitute for the editor. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1