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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Think of this as the perfect time to start a productivity tool or track your goals in a fun, innovative way.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Jan. 2025
From implementing innovative clean energy solutions to setting ambitious emission reduction goals, countries worldwide are pressing forward, proving global climate action is unstoppable when the world unites.
—Thais Lopez Vogel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2025
Baltimore’s crisis demands urgent action and a willingness to explore innovative approaches.
—Pradeep Thomas, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2025
This boundary-pushing, relentlessly innovative art deserves to be shared after years of work by the filmmaking team, and the Festival is proud to have it as part of our programming.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Jan. 2025
From implementing innovative clean energy solutions to setting ambitious emission reduction goals, countries worldwide are pressing forward, proving global climate action is unstoppable when the world unites.
—Thais Lopez Vogel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2025
Baltimore’s crisis demands urgent action and a willingness to explore innovative approaches.
—Pradeep Thomas, Baltimore Sun, 26 Jan. 2025
This boundary-pushing, relentlessly innovative art deserves to be shared after years of work by the filmmaking team, and the Festival is proud to have it as part of our programming.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innovative. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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