as in creative
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an originative genius whose mark on postmodern architecture can be seen all over the globe
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Recent Examples of originative
The impulses, researchers say, activated specific brain waves associated with originative thinking, and people who were buzzed scored significantly higher on a test of creative thought.
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Carl Engelking, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2015
Carl Engelking, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2015
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originative
Adjective
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Troye is going to be in a creative year, hopefully making his next record.—
Lyndsey Havens,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2025
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Our round-up of irresistible banana bread recipes from classic to creative features renditions topped with streusel, infused with coffee, prepared in the air fryer, swirled with PB&J, and beyond.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2025
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This stylish kitchen and bar also offers inventive takes on classic cocktails and a diverse selection of draft beers, many from Virginia breweries.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
18 Jan. 2025
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Still, the Silo is an inventive, absorbing setting, rendered in a retro-futurist mid-century style that compensates for the bleakness.—
Daniel A. Gross,
The New Yorker,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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In an era where college sports are rapidly evolving, McWilliams Parker’s leadership of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) represents more than just administrative excellence, but a masterclass in cultural stewardship and innovative leadership.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
15 Jan. 2025
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Renowned for its authentic products and innovative features, HKMLC stands at the forefront of smart technology, offering immersive and sustainable solutions tailored to meet the demands of both education and business sectors.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Her perceptions transform the reality of migration into an imaginative experience of initiation.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
16 Jan. 2025
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Chip advises organizations on innovative service—delivering experiences that are value-unique, not just value-added; imaginative, not just generous.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Originative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originative. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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