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- DictionaryCre·a·tiv·i·ty/ˌkrēāˈtivədē/
noun
- 1. the use of the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an artistic work: "firms are keen to encourage creativity"
Creativity is the ability to produce or develop original work, theories, techniques, or thoughts. A creative individual typically displays originality, imagination, and expressiveness. Creative thinking refers to the mental processes leading to a new invention or solution to a problem.
Creativity encompasses the ability to discover new and original ideas, connections, and solutions to problems. It’s a part of our drive as humans—fostering resilience,...
So to recap, creativity is something that we demonstrate through action, in response to a specific context. It often results in some sort of product, whether that is a new design, a new way of apologizing, or a work of art (Kampylis & Valtanen, 2010).
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 ...
the ability to produce or use original and unusual ideas: Too many rules might deaden creativity. Creativity, ingenuity, and flair are the songwriter's real talents. See. creative. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. imagination. imagination You’ve always had a very vivid imagination.
Creativity is the ability to transcend the ordinary. It's the critical thinking skill that allows you to "think outside the box" to come up with original solutions to problems. We often think of creativity as limited to the arts, but it is a necessary element in all areas of life.
[uncountable] the use of skill and imagination to produce something new or to produce art. Creativity and originality are more important than technical skill. Definitions on the go. Look up any word in the dictionary offline, anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
