Inventive Meaning
/ɪnˈvɛntɪv/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjOf, or relating to invention; pertaining to the act of devising new mechanisms or processes.
adjPossessed of a particular capacity for the design of new mechanisms or processes, creative or skilful at inventing.
Sentence Examples
Edison was an inventive genius of the United States.
He is inventive of excuses.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ engineer from our team designed a new machine that saves energy.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Children often have very ____ minds, allowing them to turn simple household objects into fun toys.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English inventif, inventyfe, borrowed from Old French inventif, borrowed from Medieval Latin inventivus. By surface analysis, invent + -ive.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"At the other end, Dortmund were producing some typically inventive approach play but struggled to find a way through the visitors' defence, and were unable to find a finish when they did."
— 2013 November 6, Chris Bevan, “Borussia Dortmund 0-1 Arsenal”, in BBC Sport:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ engineer from our team designed a new machine that saves energy.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Children often have very ____ minds, allowing them to turn simple household objects into fun toys.