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
Recent Examples on the Web Wells is beginning her new role with an inaugural collection already released, ushering in a new wave of creativity for the National Women’s Soccer League. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 25 Mar. 2024 The North Carolina town once revolved around Black Mountain College, a mid-20th century artists’ haven, and there’s a thrum of creativity that continues to this day. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 24 Mar. 2024 The best dollhouses for kids are durable, provide enough space for multiple kids to play together, include features that spark creativity, and—perhaps more importantly for the parents—are easy to assemble. Maya Polton, Parents, 23 Mar. 2024 Hay already feels her creativity unleashing in new ways. Laia Garcia-Furtado, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2024 The Blooming Cottage is new this year, giving visitors the chance to combine green thumbs with creativity with flower sorting games. The Indianapolis Star, 19 Mar. 2024 Four new pieces in the Tambour and Voyager collections reflect the creativity that is possible when a brand operates outside the constraints of traditional design. Carol Bresler, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2024 And critically, when structured with intention and creativity, these investments can unlock even more private capital for co-investment, creating a multiplier effect that substantially amplifies their effectiveness. Margret Trilli, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2024 The infrastructure of the game leaves things wide open for human creativity to take it in directions that couldn’t be predicted and people foster connections without any superficial prejudices getting in the way as Crane and Oosterveen assemble a cast. Stephen Saito, Variety, 11 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

creative entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of creativity was in 1875

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Cite this Entry

“Creativity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creativity. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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