innovative
adjective
in·no·va·tive
ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv 
: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations
innovatively
adverb
innovativeness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of innovative in a Sentence
an innovative approach to the problem
a creative and innovative young designer
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The company will continue to aim to set the benchmark for excellence in fabric embellishment, combining its heritage with innovative approaches to meet contemporary needs.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 27 June 2024
The cement and concrete industries contribute 8 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, and the team expects that their innovative approach will help offset these emissions.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 June 2024
The multihull was purposefully designed and built to traverse the world, with innovative sailing technology such as hydraulic winches and an expansive gennaker enabling it to cruise in challenging conditions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 June 2024
Christina Williams, founder and executive director of Circles NWA, a nonprofit focused on innovative poverty solutions, offered assistance from her group.
—Stacy Ryburn, arkansasonline.com, 27 June 2024
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 27 June 2024
The cement and concrete industries contribute 8 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, and the team expects that their innovative approach will help offset these emissions.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 June 2024
The multihull was purposefully designed and built to traverse the world, with innovative sailing technology such as hydraulic winches and an expansive gennaker enabling it to cruise in challenging conditions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 June 2024
Christina Williams, founder and executive director of Circles NWA, a nonprofit focused on innovative poverty solutions, offered assistance from her group.
—Stacy Ryburn, arkansasonline.com, 27 June 2024
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innovative. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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