creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē 

ˌkrē-ə-

1

: the ability to create

her artistic creativity

2

: the quality of being creative

Synonyms

• cleverness
• creativeness
• imagination
• imaginativeness
• ingeniousness
• ingenuity
• innovativeness
• invention
• inventiveness
• originality

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Don’t run from your inspirations; embrace them, infuse them with your own creativity, embed them into your campaign and innovate. —Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2025

In possession, his creativity was stifled by changing systems and positions, and rarely having a settled role. —Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 7 Feb. 2025

Some kinds of creativity are harder to capture on camera than others. —Anthony Paletta, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Feb. 2025

For a fun indoor activity, stop by The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, one of the largest children’s museums in the country, filled with interactive exhibits designed to spark curiosity and creativity. —Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1