Word
creativity
Phoneticscre·ativ·i·ty
US/ˌkɹieɪˈtɪvəti/
UK/kɹiːˌeɪtˈɪvɪti/
Definitions
01imagination and original ideas
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the ability to think of new ideas or create something original and artistic.
n. the use of imagination or original ideas to create something; the faculty of generating novel and valuable concepts or objects.
“The teacher encouraged creativity by letting the students choose their own art projects.”
“The marketing team's creativity was evident in the way they transformed a mundane household product into a must-have lifestyle accessory through clever storytelling.”
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02the quality of being creative
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Academic
n. the quality of being good at making things or solving problems in a new way.
n. the quality or state of being creative, often used in professional contexts to describe problem-solving abilities.
“We need more creativity in our approach to solving this technical problem.”
“The CEO argued that fostering a culture of creativity was essential for the company to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “creativity” in context.
Verb
01. harness your creativity
“She learned how to harness her creativity to solve complex engineering problems.”
verb + possessive + noun
02. spark creativity
“The new art supplies were designed to spark creativity in the young students.”
verb + noun
03. stifle creativity
“Strict rules and constant supervision can often stifle creativity in the workplace.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. artistic creativity
“The gallery is a wonderful showcase for local artistic creativity.”
adj + noun
05. boundless creativity
“Children are known for their boundless creativity and lack of inhibition.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. outlet for creativity
“Cooking provides a great outlet for creativity after a long day at the office.”
noun + prep + noun
07. spark of creativity
“A sudden spark of creativity led him to write the entire song in one sitting.”
noun + of + noun
Real-World Examples
“Researchers say the key may be balancing physical activity with screen activities that encourage learning, creativity, and active thinking.” “This soft-smudged, colourful picture book celebrates the playfulness and creativity of parenthood.” “Throughout history, people have invented or adapted languages—whether out of necessity, creativity or scientific interest.” Etymology
From creative + -ity.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Common
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- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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