innovation
gb/ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 4000
innováció, újítás, fejlesztés
NOUN
B2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] brings/introduces [an] innovation
The smartphone was a major innovation in communication.
Az okostelefon jelentős innovációnak számított a kommunikáció terén.
The company invests heavily in innovation to stay ahead of competitors.
A vállalat jelentős összegeket fektet az innovációba, hogy a versenytársai előtt járjon.
Innovation in renewable energy is essential for a sustainable future.
Her latest innovation has transformed how we shop online.
Government policies can encourage innovation in small businesses.
Learner examples
The internet was an important innovation.
Az internet fontos újítás volt.
This car has a new safety innovation.
Ebben az autóban van egy új biztonsági fejlesztés.
We need innovation to solve this problem.
Her innovation made the machine faster.
Innovation helps companies grow.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'innovation' with 'invention'; 'invention' is about creating something entirely new, while 'innovation' can also mean improving existing things.
Meaning
introduction of new ideas or methods
Collocations
technological innovation
|drive innovation
|product innovation
|encourage innovation
|innovation strategy
Synonyms
invention (Focuses more on creating something entirely new, rather than improving existing things.)
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advancement (Highlights progress or improvement, not necessarily something completely new.)
Antonyms
tradition (Focuses on established customs and practices instead of new changes.)
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stagnation (Refers to a lack of progress or change.)
Themes
business
|technology
|science
Definition
When people make new ideas, ways, or things to make something better.
The process of creating and implementing new ideas, methods, or products to improve something.
NOUN
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[an] innovation in [field/area]
The latest innovation in battery technology allows cars to travel farther.
Az akkumulátortechnológia legújabb újítása lehetővé teszi, hogy az autók messzebbre jussanak.
This medical innovation could save thousands of lives.
Ez az orvosi innováció több ezer életet menthet meg.
Their design innovations set them apart from competitors.
Learner examples
This phone has a new camera innovation.
Ebben a telefonban egy új kamerás fejlesztés van.
We saw an innovation in cooking tools.
Láttunk egy újítást a konyhai eszközök terén.
The hospital uses the latest medical innovations.
Meaning
new device or method
Collocations
latest innovation
|medical innovation
|design innovation
Synonyms
creation (General term for something made; less focus on novelty or improvement.)
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development (Emphasizes the process and result of making something better.)
Antonyms
outdated method (Refers to an old way that is no longer effective.)
Themes
technology
|business
|science
Definition
A new thing or way that someone has made to improve something.
A specific new device, product, or method resulting from the process of innovation.
Grammar
Dictionary form
innovation
IPA
GB/ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
in - nov - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: innovation
- Plural: innovation, innovations
Word family
Forms
innovations
noun
Core family
Related words
innovatively
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
uninnovative
adjective
Advanced or less common
innovatory
adjective
Expressions
drive innovation
1/dɹˈaɪv ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
promote creation of new ideas
To make people create new ideas, ways, or things.
Examples
- The company's culture helps drive innovation in all departments.
- Leaders should create an environment that drives innovation.
innovation hub
1/ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən hˈʌb/
fixed phrase
place developing new ideas and methods
A place where people work together to make new ideas and things.
Examples
- The city has become an innovation hub for startups.
- Universities can serve as local innovation hubs.
spur innovation
1/spˈɚ ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
stimulate creation of new ideas
To cause people to create new ideas or ways.
Examples
- Competition can spur innovation among technology firms.
- Government grants are designed to spur innovation in renewable energy.
technological innovation
1/tˌɛknəlˈɑd͡ʒɪkəl ˌɪnəvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
creation of new technology
The act of creating or bringing in new technology, or a new technology itself.
Examples
- Technological innovation has changed how we communicate.
- The country is trying to encourage technological innovation through tax breaks.
- The festival showcased the year's most exciting technological innovations.
- Start-ups are often the main source of technological innovation in the digital economy.