English Reference
noun

creativity

n.
US /ˌkɹieɪˈtɪvəti/ UK /kɹiːˌeɪtˈɪvɪti/ cre·ativ·i·ty UK spelling creativities

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    the ability to think of new ideas or create something original and artistic.

    the use of imagination or original ideas to create something; the faculty of generating novel and valuable concepts or objects.

    Simple

    The teacher encouraged creativity by letting the students choose their own art projects.

    In context

    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.

    unimaginativenessdullness
  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate Academic

    the quality of being good at making things or solving problems in a new way.

    the quality or state of being creative, often used in professional contexts to describe problem-solving abilities.

    Simple

    We need more creativity in our approach to solving this technical problem.

    In context

    The CEO argued that fostering a culture of creativity was essential for the company to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

    resourcefulnessingenuity

Researchers say the key may be balancing physical activity with screen activities that encourage learning, creativity, and active thinking.

ScienceDaily· 17 Aug 2026

This soft-smudged, colourful picture book celebrates the playfulness and creativity of parenthood.

The Guardian· 26 Jun 2026

From creative + -ity.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Common
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