creatively

/kriˈeɪtɪvli/

in an imaginative or original way

She approached the problem creatively, finding an unexpected solution.

She used imagination and originality to solve the problem in a new way.

general

in a way that uses imagination or original ideas

The artist painted creatively, blending colors in unconventional ways.

The artist used imagination and originality in their painting technique.

To solve the puzzle creatively, think outside the box.

To solve the puzzle in an original way, avoid conventional thinking.

Often used to describe artistic, problem-solving, or innovative approaches.

Collocations

think creativelyto use imagination in thinkingwork creativelyto produce original worksolve problems creativelyto find innovative solutions

to approach problems in an unconventional way

In business or academic contexts, 'creatively' emphasizes innovation and originality in problem-solving.

Do not use 'creatively' for mundane or routine tasks; reserve it for truly original or imaginative actions.

Derived from 'creative' (from Latin 'creare' meaning 'to create') + '-ly' (adverbial suffix).

Commonly used in contexts involving art, problem-solving, or innovation. Avoid overuse in formal writing.

creative

relating to imagination or original ideas

root

-ly

adverb-forming suffix

suffix

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