innovate
verb
in·no·vate
ˈi-nə-ˌvāt 
innovated; innovating
: to make changes : do something in a new way
1
: to introduce as or as if new
2
archaic
: to effect a change in
The dictates of my father were … not to be altered, innovated, or even discussed …—
Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter ScottExamples of innovate in a Sentence
The company plans to continue innovating and experimenting.
The company innovated a new operating system.
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The pandemic was tough and showed us how to adapt, endure, and innovate.
—Brennan Barnard, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Leaders who set a clear vision to experiment, fail and innovate can drive the best results.
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Encourage employees to take risks and innovate, and ensure that failures are seen as learning opportunities.
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Brennan Barnard, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
To stay ahead, leaders must take risks, innovate, and continuously reinvent even when on top—a strategy that Siemens CEO Roland Busch prioritizes.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Leaders who set a clear vision to experiment, fail and innovate can drive the best results.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 21 Mar. 2025
Encourage employees to take risks and innovate, and ensure that failures are seen as learning opportunities.
—Jason Richmond, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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“Innovate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innovate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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innovate
verb
in·no·vate
ˈin-ə-ˌvāt
innovated; innovating
: to introduce something new
innovate a new website
: do something in a new way
innovative
adjective
-ˌvāt-iv
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