innovative
adjective
in·no·va·tive
ˈi-nə-ˌvā-tiv 
: characterized by, tending to, or introducing innovations
innovatively
adverb
innovativeness
noun
Examples of innovative in a Sentence
an innovative approach to the problem
a creative and innovative young designer
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This innovative utensil uses a mild electric current to simulate a salty taste without adding sodium, offering a potential breakthrough for those on low-sodium diets.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Tokito: The 540-Day Journey of a Culinary Maverick (Japan) Maverick chef Yoshinori Ishii, an internationally renowned two-star Michelin chef, returns to Japan to transform a historic restaurant in Tokyo into an innovative auberge.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
But once officially released, Apple’s offerings have always been some of the most innovative and beloved among users.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2025
The West Coast premiere of a new 4K restoration of Jean-Luc Godard’s innovative 1961 romantic comedy, which stars Anna Karina, Jean-Claude Brialy and Jean-Paul Belmondo and features the music of Michel Legrand.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Tokito: The 540-Day Journey of a Culinary Maverick (Japan) Maverick chef Yoshinori Ishii, an internationally renowned two-star Michelin chef, returns to Japan to transform a historic restaurant in Tokyo into an innovative auberge.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
But once officially released, Apple’s offerings have always been some of the most innovative and beloved among users.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2025
The West Coast premiere of a new 4K restoration of Jean-Luc Godard’s innovative 1961 romantic comedy, which stars Anna Karina, Jean-Claude Brialy and Jean-Paul Belmondo and features the music of Michel Legrand.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Innovative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/innovative. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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