creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce creativity (audio)
ˌkrē-ə-
1
: the ability to create
her artistic creativity
2
: the quality of being creative

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
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Nazar brings speed and creativity to Chicago’s middle six and made history for the franchise this year as the only rookie to score a penalty-shot goal. Kaitlyn Pohly, Miami Herald, 14 July 2025 This doesn't mean abandoning creativity but embedding it in a framework that AI can parse. Don Dodds, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025 That’s the rivalry, contained in two points: the creativity and improvisational feel of Alcaraz; the crushing technical brilliance of Sinner. Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 14 July 2025 Leverkusen were in the market for more creativity following the sale of Florian Wirtz to Liverpool in a club-record deal. Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 12 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for creativity

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of creativity was in 1659

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“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creativity. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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