creativity

noun

cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce creativity (audio)
ˌkrē-ə-
1
: the ability to create
her artistic creativity
2
: the quality of being creative

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
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This experience changed my life and my entire approach to creativity as a designer and an artist. Ralph Rucci, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2025 That edge matters—in talent retention, in creativity and in bottom-line performance. Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025 The creativity, the playfulness — that’s life-affirming. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025 There’s so much creativity and technique at play, especially for those chefs who embrace the concept and twist their own expectations. Caroline Framke, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for creativity

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of creativity was in 1659

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“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creativity. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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