creative
UK: kriˈeɪtɪv | US: kriˈeɪtɪv
adj. having the ability to produce original and imaginative ideas or works
adj. involving the use of skill and imagination to design or make something
n. (rare) a person whose work involves creative thinking or artistic expression
The word creative traces back to the Latin creare, meaning "to make or produce," which also gave rise to creation and creator. The suffix -ive was added in Late Middle English to form an adjective denoting the capacity to create. Over time, creative evolved to emphasize originality and imagination, reflecting its modern association with artistic and innovative endeavors.
She has a creative approach to solving problems.
The team brainstormed creative ideas for the marketing campaign.
His paintings are highly creative and unconventional.
The workshop encourages creative thinking in children.
Writing poetry is one of her creative outlets.