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

This global reach extends to events, talks, exhibitions, and portfolio reviews, fostering creativity and diversity in image-making. —Photovogue, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025

The result is a space where art has been successfully imbedded into everyday life, a seamless integration where the public easily encounters creativity while artists profit from passing footfall. —Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

The show, which has popped up around Chicago and Evanston regularly since August, offers a safe space for performers and a reminder to audiences of the power of creativity. —Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025

There’s an undeniable surge of creativity and innovation in next-generation media outlets that are squarely targeting Black audiences. —Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for creativity

• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity
• connectivity
• corrosivity
• diffusivity
• directivity
• effectivity
• emissivity
• exclusivity
• expressivity