Innovate: meaning, definitions and examples

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innovate

 

[ หˆษชnษ™หŒveษชt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

business

To innovate means to introduce new ideas, methods, or products to make changes or improvements. It involves thinking creatively and taking risks to bring something new and valuable to the market.

Synonyms

create, invent, revolutionize.

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Word Description / Examples
innovate

This word is suitable when talking about introducing new methods, ideas, or products, especially in a business or technology context.

  • The company aims to innovate within the renewable energy sector.
  • She continuously seeks ways to innovate the startup culture.
create

This word is best used when talking about making or bringing something new into existence, which can be tangible like art or intangible like a concept.

  • Artists create masterpieces that inspire generations.
  • He managed to create a successful marketing strategy from scratch.
invent

This word is relevant when referring to creating something that has never been made before, often associated with technical or scientific discoveries.

  • Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb.
  • She invented a new device to help people with disabilities.
revolutionize

This word is used when something brings about a radical change to an industry, field, or social system, and it often has a much stronger impact than simply innovating.

  • The internet revolutionized how we communicate and access information.
  • His discovery could revolutionize modern medicine.

Examples of usage

  • The company was able to innovate by developing a groundbreaking technology.
  • In order to stay competitive, businesses must constantly innovate and adapt to the changing market.
Context #2 | Verb

technology

In the field of technology, to innovate is to come up with new solutions, products, or services through research and experimentation. It often involves pushing the boundaries of what is currently possible.

Synonyms

advance, develop, pioneer.

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innovate

When talking about introducing something new and original, especially in technology, business, or creative fields.

  • The company aims to innovate in renewable energy technologies
  • She always tries to innovate in her cooking by using unusual ingredients
develop

When speaking about growing, expanding, or improving over time, can apply to skills, projects, or personal growth.

  • They are working to develop a new app for virtual learning
  • She has developed her own photography style over the years
pioneer

When emphasizing being the first to do something, especially in a new area of exploration or research. Often carries a sense of leadership and breaking new ground.

  • Marie Curie pioneered research in radioactivity
  • The company has been a pioneer in electric vehicle technology
advance

When referring to progressing or moving forward in a general sense, often used in technology, science, and career fields.

  • Scientific research has advanced our understanding of the human genome
  • He has advanced quickly in his career

Examples of usage

  • This company is known for its ability to constantly innovate and stay ahead of the competition.
  • The team worked together to innovate a new software that revolutionized the industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "innovate" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inovar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคตเฅ‹เคจเฅเคฎเฅ‡เคท เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช innovieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berinovasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฝะฝะพะฒัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ innowowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฉๆ–ฐใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท innover

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ innovar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yenilik yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜์‹ ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุจุชูƒุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inovovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ inovovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ›ๆ–ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inovirati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรฝskรถpun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะฝะฝะพะฒะฐั†ะธั ะตะฝะณั–ะทัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒ•แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inovasiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ innovar

Etymology

The word 'innovate' originates from the Latin word 'innovare', which means 'to renew or change'. The concept of innovation has been around for centuries, with various inventors and thinkers throughout history being credited with innovative ideas and creations. In the modern world, innovation plays a crucial role in driving progress and shaping the future of various industries.

See also: innovating, innovative, innovatively, innovator, innovators.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,235, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.