inventive
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Return fuel is especially important, and this is where the plan becomes more inventive.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026
He gave us dozens of hours of inventive comedy and deserves much more glory than he has yet received.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
If American music in 1976 represented a collective, inquisitive, inventive American spirit of discovery, the semiquincentennial in the age of social media has become more about the individual identity.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
It’s only ironic that the film’s story doesn’t have the same inventive, thoughtful scope, only to avoid alienating anyone watching the movie on their iPad.
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
The girls had worked in teams, and they beamed with pride at their inventive defense systems.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
Vocabulary lists containing inventive
The Ingenious Lexicon of Invention
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Positive Adjectives to Describe People
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Lions of Little Rock
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
