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innovative
CEFRB2
/ɪnˈnɒ.və.tɪv/
adjective
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In plain English
- 01
adjective
Using new ideas or methods.
- 02
adjective
Extra detailForward-looking; ahead of current thinking.
Examples
There will be a prize for the most innovative design.
Do you have an innovative idea?
At a glance
Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 3
- Parts of speech
- 1
- Citations
- 1
- Synonyms
- 5
Also pronounced
- /ˈɪn.ə.və.tɪv/
- /ˈɪn.əˌveɪ.tɪv/
Deep Dive
adjective
Extra meaningCharacterized by the creation of new ideas or inventions.
More examples
In contextI'll have to be innovative.
He says the company's FLIRT design, in particular its retractable steps, provides greater accessibility, while the technology is highly innovative and reliable.
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Origin
adjective
From innovate + -ive.