innovate
Innovate (verb) means to introduce new ideas, methods, or products. Example: “The company innovates constantly to stay ahead of rivals.”
How to use innovate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo come up with something new, or change how things are done.
Word forms
innovated past tense, innovates singular
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Etymology
From Latin innovare, "to renew" — in- ("into") plus novus ("new").
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What does “innovate” mean?
The word “innovate” means to introduce new ideas, methods, or products. In plain terms, to come up with something new, or change how things are done.
How do you pronounce “innovate”?
“Innovate” is pronounced IHN-uh-vayt (/ˈɪn.ə.veɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “innovate” in a sentence?
Here is “innovate” used in a sentence: “The company innovates constantly to stay ahead of rivals.”
What is another word for “innovate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “innovate” include boldly go where no man has gone before, break new ground, novelize and pioneer.
What is the opposite of “innovate”?
The opposite of “innovate” — its antonyms — is imitate.
What part of speech is “innovate”?
“Innovate” is a verb.
Where does the word “innovate” come from?
The word “innovate” comes from Latin. From Latin innovare, "to renew" — in- ("into") plus novus ("new").
Is “innovate” a common word?
“Innovate” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.