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

But this nod to his daughters’ creativity and their close relationship is refreshing to see from a dad of daughters. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 27 Jan. 2025

This pact signifies a shared commitment to fostering Canadian creativity, telling stories from different perspectives, and delivering impactful storytelling to audiences. —Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025

Research has found that improv can improve communication, trust, creativity, listening, empathy and the ability to handle uncertainty. —Sam Sanders, New York Times, 25 Jan. 2025

For the man, the house is an expression of love and creativity, while his brother and niece see it more as an entertaining object. —Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1