creativity

noun

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

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her intelligence and artistic creativity the arts and crafts fair showed the remarkable creativity of local artists and artisans
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This could also be colorful headphones that make your morning walk a bit more you, or a book that leaves you feeling inspired to explore more of your own creativity. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026 Scoot's leadership masterfully integrates creativity with commercial discipline, utilizing data to enhance, not dictate, judgment. — Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The business represents more than culinary creativity for Mosley. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 This means balancing algorithmic efficiency with human creativity and storytelling, which is essential to emotional fashion marketing. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for creativity

Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 5 Aug. 2026.

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