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as in creativeness
the skill and imagination to create new things
the arts and crafts fair showed the remarkable creativity of local artists and artisans
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as in imagination
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
while his imaginary friend is a little annoying, you have to admire his creativity in thinking her up
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Recent Examples of creativity
According to the brand, the window exemplifies Tiffany & Co.’s creativity and craft while paying homage to Chengdu.
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Thomas Waller, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
The other issue for Everton to consider is their lack of goals and creativity.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Actors, writers, musicians and influencers have descended on Austin for days of premieres, panels and creativity.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
But the singer-songwriter is adept at funneling past pain into the present, and seems driven and solid in his creativity and life.
—Katherine Turman, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2025
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Thomas Waller, WWD, 14 Mar. 2025
The other issue for Everton to consider is their lack of goals and creativity.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Actors, writers, musicians and influencers have descended on Austin for days of premieres, panels and creativity.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
But the singer-songwriter is adept at funneling past pain into the present, and seems driven and solid in his creativity and life.
—Katherine Turman, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creativity
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Without naming and shaming his many imitators (and inspiring angry social media posts as a result), none approach their craft with the level of imagination and creativity that Carti does.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2025
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To gossip well—ethically, and aesthetically, too—a person needs sympathy alongside judgment: not merely information but imagination.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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This celebration of cinema showcased 93 films from 21 countries, accompanied by an array of film talent and culinary stars.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
23 Mar. 2025
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In some cases, management talent is brought in from the outside but typically there will also be internal promotions.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Their collective optimism, ingenuity and persistence are lighting the way for the next generation of industry leaders.—
Stacy Noblet,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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As an artist and global figure, J. Balvin aims to deconstruct stereotypes about the country by emphasizing peace, empowerment, and progress and showcasing Colombian ingenuity and industriousness.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creativity. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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