Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Creative”
Able to think of new, original, and imaginative ideas. Having the ability to make or invent something that did not exist before.
Word Family of Creative
What is the noun of creative? — creativity, creator
What is the verb of creative? — create
What is the adjective of creative? — creative
What is the adverb of creative? — creatively
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The creative team designed an award-winning advertising campaign. B1
- Creative thinking is essential in solving complex problems. B1
- She expressed her creative abilities through painting and music. B1
Word Form Patterns for Creative
-or
Adds **-or** to make a noun for a person or thing that performs the action. Example: creative → creativity, creator.
-ate
Adds **-ate** to form a verb meaning to perform an action. Example: creative → create.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: creative → creatively.
Origin and Word Formation of Creative
From Latin 'creatus' (past participle of creare 'to make, produce'). The suffix '-ive' makes it an adjective. Entered English in 17th century. Related to 'create'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Creative
Wrong: She is very creative person.
Correct: She is a very creative person.
'Creative' is an adjective; use the article 'a' before the noun it modifies.
Wrong: The creative of the company is strong.
Correct: The creativity of the company is strong.
Use the noun 'creativity' not the adjective 'creative' when you need a noun form.
Wrong: His creative are impressive.
Correct: His creations are impressive.
'Creative' is an adjective. Use the noun 'creations' or 'creative work' instead.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Creative
What are the word forms of “creative”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “creative”?
“creative” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “creative” come from?
From Latin 'creatus' (past participle of creare 'to make, produce'). The suffix '-ive' makes it an adjective. Entered English in 17th century. Related to 'create'.