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creativity

noun
cre·​a·​tiv·​i·​ty | \ ˌkrē-(ˌ)ā-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce creativity (audio) , ˌkrē-ə-\

Definition of creativity

1 : the ability to create her artistic creativity
2 : the quality of being creative

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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

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Which is why the protests smack of both idealistic creativity and fatalistic desperation. Matthew Continetti, National Review, "Help Hong Kong by Defending Taiwan," 24 Aug. 2019 Indeed, this new chapter in Houser’s life has been ripe for creativity. Perri Ormont Blumberg, PEOPLE.com, "Randy Houser Talks New Film Magnolia and How Wife Tatiana Is 'Killing the Mom Thing' with Baby Huckleberry," 22 Aug. 2019 Hill’s multiple abilities give the Saints plenty of room for creativity. Los Angeles Times, "Column: Saints’ Taysom Hill is a do-it-all quarterback still perfecting his game," 18 Aug. 2019 See video from the 2010 event in St. Paul Each five-member team will be scored by a panel of celebrity judges on flight distance, creativity and showmanship. Jasmine Johnson, Twin Cities, "25 Twin Cities teams announced for upcoming Red Bull Flugtag competition," 13 Aug. 2019 Michael is widely respected for his creativity, integrity, wit and passion. Carol Leblanc, Smithsonian, "Michael Caruso Steps Down as Editor in Chief of Smithsonian Magazine," 25 June 2019 But within the fashion industry, experts — like law professor Christopher Sprigman — say the ease of copying is actually good for creativity. Cleo Abram, Vox, "Why this Gucci knockoff is totally legal," 14 Sep. 2018 Your creativity emerges late in the day if dealing with a difficult situation or person. BostonGlobe.com, "Horoscope," 16 Aug. 2019 His creativity will be critical to get through a strong three man Wolves defence. Daniel James (RW) - Talk about an immediate impact. SI.com, "Manchester United: The XI That Should Start Against Wolves," 16 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of creativity

1875, in the meaning defined at sense 2

History and Etymology for creativity

creative entry 1 + -ity

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creativity

noun

English Language Learners Definition of creativity

: the ability to make new things or think of new ideas

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