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innovative

American  
[in-uh-vey-tiv] / ˈɪn əˌveɪ tɪv /
especially British, innovatory

adjective

  1. tending to innovate, or introduce something new or different; characterized by innovation.

innovative British  
/ ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv /

adjective

  1. using or showing new methods, ideas, etc

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Other Word Forms

  • innovatively adverb
  • innovativeness noun
  • uninnovative adjective

Etymology

Origin of innovative

First recorded in 1600–10; innovate + -ive

Example Sentences

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"By investing in innovative measurement technologies, we can accelerate progress toward commercial fusion energy and strengthen America's leadership in plasma science."

From Science Daily

Instead, the company says it should be evaluated based on “its commitment to a robust business plan that includes introducing innovative features, new products, new technologies.”

From Los Angeles Times

Trefor and Llanaelhaearn community council had asked for a "progressive and innovative" language condition in a bid to protect Welsh communities.

From BBC

The museum said Rembrandt had given the Biblical story an innovative twist.

From BBC

Beijing's five-year plan for 2026-2030 will aim to address such issues, with officials vowing it will "create new demand through new supply and provide strong innovative measures".

From Barron's

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