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creativity

[kree-ey-tiv-i-tee, kree-uh-]

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noun

the state or quality of being creative.
the ability to transcend traditional ideas, rules, patterns, relationships, or the like, and to create meaningful new ideas, forms, methods, interpretations, etc.; originality, progressiveness, or imagination.
the need for creativity in modern industry; creativity in the performing arts.
the process by which one utilizes creative ability.
Extensive reading stimulated his creativity.

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Other Word Forms

anticreativity noun
noncreativity noun
uncreativity noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of creativity¹

First recorded in 1870–75; creative + -ity

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In a time of exploding success and creativity in rock music, Creedence Clearwater Revival was quite possibly the finest singles band of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

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Spencer emphasized that the decision came from shifting strategic priorities, stating that the layoffs are “not a reflection of the talent, creativity, and dedication of the people involved.”

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Still, the limitations he trained under gave Desplat some of his greatest strengths: creativity, resourcefulness, speed.

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As technology, including the frenzy around artificial intelligence, continues to reshape the way musicians and filmmakers tell stories, tech companies are emphasizing that they want to support creativity.

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Glastonbury's flags are a handy way for friends to find each other in a crowded field, but they're also an outlet for creativity.

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creative tension creator

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