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

Fragmented Beginnings The origins of Progressive’s innovation program can be traced to the early 2010s when the company had several distinct initiatives to stimulate creativity and problem-solving. —Stephen Wunker, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024

There is a fair path that rewards creativity and delivers the promises of AI. —Craig Peters, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024

This retro toy combines creativity and fun, letting kids arrange tiny, colorful pegs on a glowing screen to make bright designs—talk about great fine motor skill development! —Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 2 Dec. 2024

As Venus enters Capricorn on November 11, your fifth house of creativity and romance lights up, which should bring opportunities for deeper connection or artistic expression. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1