inventive
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for inventive, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Good at coming up with new ideas or solutions; creative.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use inventive
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inventive solution
inventive mind
inventive approach
Etymology
From Medieval Latin inventivus, from Latin inveniō, "to invent."
Full origin of inventive →Frequently asked questions
What does “inventive” mean?
The word “inventive” means good at coming up with new ideas or solutions; creative. In plain terms, creative and resourceful, especially at solving problems in new ways.
How do you pronounce “inventive”?
“Inventive” is pronounced ihn-VEHN-tihv (/ɪnˈvɛntɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “inventive” in a sentence?
Here is “inventive” used in a sentence: “The chef is known for his inventive use of local ingredients.”
What part of speech is “inventive”?
“Inventive” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inventive” come from?
The word “inventive” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin inventivus, from Latin inveniō, "to invent.".
Is “inventive” a common word?
“Inventive” is an uncommon word in modern English.
