innovative
gb/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv/ us/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv/
B2
English
~ 4100
innovatív, újszerű, újító szellemű
B2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] is innovative
The company is known for its innovative approach to renewable energy.
A vállalat a megújuló energia terén alkalmazott innovatív megközelítéséről ismert.
She developed an innovative method for teaching math to young children.
Innovatív módszert dolgozott ki arra, hogyan tanítsanak matematikát kisgyerekeknek.
This smartphone features several innovative design elements.
Innovative thinking is essential for staying competitive in the tech industry.
Learner examples
The school has an innovative way to teach reading.
Az iskolának innovatív módszere van az olvasástanításra.
He made an innovative tool to help farmers.
Olyan innovatív eszközt készített, amely segíti a gazdákat.
This car has an innovative design.
Her idea for the app was very innovative.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'innovative' with 'inventive'. 'Innovative' often refers to applying new ideas in practice, while 'inventive' can mean simply having a talent for creating or imagining things.
Meaning
Introducing new and creative ideas
Collocations
innovative solution
|innovative design
|innovative technology
|innovative approach
|innovative idea
Synonyms
creative (Emphasizes imagination and originality, but not always practical application.)
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groundbreaking (Highlights being the first of its kind or highly influential.)
Antonyms
traditional (Focuses on established methods or customs rather than new ideas.)
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conventional (Implies following usual standards or practices without change.)
Themes
business
|technology
|creativity
|design
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Using new and creative ideas or ways of doing things.
Characterized by the introduction of new and original ideas, methods, or products.
Grammar
Dictionary form
innovative
IPA
GB/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv/
US/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv/
Syllables & stress
in - nov - at - ive (4 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: innovative
Word family
Core family
Negative and opposite forms
uninnovative
adjective
Expressions
innovative approach
1/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv əpɹˈoʊt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
A new and original way of doing something
A new and creative way to do something.
Examples
- They used an innovative approach to reduce waste in the factory.
- Her innovative approach to marketing increased sales.
innovative thinking
1/ˈɪnəvˌeɪtɪv θˈɪŋkɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Creative and original thinking
Thinking in a new and creative way to solve problems or make things better.
Examples
- Innovative thinking helped the team solve the problem quickly.
- The company encourages innovative thinking among its employees.