영어

creatively

gb/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/ us/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
B2 영어
의미
의미 0개
adverb B2 property
1

in an original, imaginative way

in a new and interesting way

사용 패턴: do [something] creatively
자주 하는 실수:
Don’t confuse with the adjective: say 'a creative idea' but 'think creatively.'
유의어
imaginatively (Focuses on using imagination.) | innovatively (Emphasizes new methods or improvements.)
반의어
unimaginatively (Without original ideas.) | conventionally (Following usual or traditional ways.)
연어
think creatively |work creatively |approach creatively |use creatively |respond creatively |solve problems creatively |write creatively |design creatively |creatively combine |creatively adapt
주제
learning |work |communication
예문
  • She solved the problem creatively, using materials they already had.
  • The team is encouraged to think creatively when planning the campaign.
  • Try to use the space creatively instead of adding more furniture.
학습자용 예문
  • We can think creatively.
  • He works creatively on new ideas.
adverb B2 property
2

by making or enjoying art

in a way that uses art or creativity

사용 패턴: express yourself creatively; work creatively
자주 하는 실수:
In this sense, it often goes with verbs like 'express' or 'create,' not with physical actions like 'run creatively.'
유의어
artistically (Specifically connected to art and aesthetics.)
반의어
mechanically (Done in a routine way without artistic expression.)
연어
express yourself creatively |creatively express |create creatively |creatively fulfilled |creatively rewarding |creatively stimulating |creatively engage |creatively explore
주제
arts |hobbies |education
예문
  • The class gives children a chance to express themselves creatively.
  • He spends weekends creatively, painting and writing music.
  • They want a job that allows them to grow creatively.
학습자용 예문
  • She expresses herself creatively through music.
  • The children play creatively.
adverb B2 property
3

with resourceful problem-solving

in a smart way that finds new solutions

사용 패턴: solve [a problem] creatively; deal with [a situation] creatively
자주 하는 실수:
This sense is about solving problems; it does not necessarily mean 'making art.'
유의어
resourcefully (Highlights practical cleverness and making do.) | inventively (Emphasizes clever new ideas or methods.)
반의어
rigidly (Not flexible; not open to alternative solutions.)
연어
solve creatively |deal creatively |handle creatively |budget creatively |creatively manage |creatively overcome |creatively reframe |creatively improvise
주제
work |daily_life |problem_solving
예문
  • When the delivery was late, the staff handled the situation creatively.
  • We had to budget creatively to afford the trip.
  • She creatively rearranged the schedule to fit everyone in.
학습자용 예문
  • We solved it creatively.
  • He handled the problem creatively.
adverb C1 property
4

in a way that bends rules

in a way that changes the meaning to fit what you want

사용 패턴: creatively interpret [something]; describe [something] creatively
자주 하는 실수:
Often carries a negative suggestion (not just 'imaginative'); context matters.
유의어
loosely (Emphasizes not strict or exact.) | selectively (Suggests choosing only convenient parts of the truth.)
반의어
accurately (Faithful to facts and exact meaning.) | strictly (Following rules or meanings precisely.)
연어
creatively interpret |creatively redefine |creatively present |creatively describe |creatively edited |creatively account for
주제
business |law |media
예문
  • He creatively interpreted the policy to justify his decision.
  • The report was creatively edited to make the results look better.
  • They described the delay creatively, calling it a 'schedule enhancement.'
학습자용 예문
  • She interpreted the rule creatively.
  • The facts were presented creatively.
adverb C1 relation
5

in terms of creative development

when talking about someone’s creative ability

사용 패턴: [someone/something] grows creatively; [someone/something] peaks creatively
자주 하는 실수:
This sense is about evaluation (e.g., of an artist or project), not about how an action is done.
유의어
artistically (Often used when judging creative quality, especially in art.)
반의어
uncreatively (Lacking creativity or creative progress.)
연어
grow creatively |develop creatively |peak creatively |creatively strong |creatively successful |creatively satisfying |creatively ambitious
주제
arts |work |evaluation
예문
  • The band has grown creatively over the past few years.
  • She felt stuck creatively and needed a break.
  • The series starts well but declines creatively in later seasons.
학습자용 예문
  • He is growing creatively.
  • I feel stuck creatively.
문법
기본형
creatively
IPA
GB/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
US/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
음절 및 강세
cre - at - ively (3음절)
Stress on 2nd syllable (at)
활용형
Noun
  • Base: creatively
  • Plural: creativelies
관련 단어
Forms
creativelies noun
Core family
create verb A2 creative adjective B1 creativity noun B2 creation noun B1
Related words
creator noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
uncreative adjective uncreatively adverb
표현

creatively challenged

1
/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli t͡ʃˈælɪnd͡ʒd/
fixed phrase informal

humorously: not very creative

not good at creative tasks (joking)

예문
  • I’m creatively challenged, so I let my friends decorate the room.
  • He says he’s creatively challenged, but his photos are great.
  • The group joked that they were creatively challenged when their poster fell apart.

creatively speaking

1
/kɹiˈeɪtɪvli spˈikɪŋ/
fixed phrase

from an artistic point of view

when talking about art or creativity

예문
  • Creatively speaking, this is her most ambitious project.
  • Creatively speaking, the film takes more risks than the first one.
  • Creatively speaking, the team is in a much better place this year.

express yourself creatively

1
/ɪkspɹˈɛs jʊɹsˈɛlf kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase

show feelings through creative activity

to show your ideas using art or creativity

예문
  • The workshop helps teenagers express themselves creatively through photography.
  • He’s shy in conversation but can express himself creatively in his writing.
  • The app gives users new ways to express themselves creatively.

interpret (something) creatively

1
/ɪntˈɚpɹət sˈʌmθɪŋ kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase

interpret loosely to suit oneself

to understand something in a way that is not strict

예문
  • He interpreted the instructions creatively and skipped several steps.
  • The contract clause was interpreted creatively in court.
  • They interpreted the survey results creatively to support their claim.

think creatively

1
/θˈɪŋk kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase

generate original ideas or solutions

to try to find new ideas

예문
  • We need to think creatively about how to reduce costs.
  • The teacher asked the class to think creatively and propose a new ending.
  • If the usual plan fails, think creatively and try a different approach.

use (something) creatively

1
/jˈuz sˈʌmθɪŋ kɹiˈeɪtɪvli/
fixed phrase

use in an unusual, effective way

to use something in a new way

예문
  • They used lighting creatively to make the room feel larger.
  • You can use leftovers creatively instead of throwing them away.
  • The designer used color creatively to guide visitors through the space.

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