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imaginatively

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nət.ɪv.li/

KK: /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nə.tɪv.li/

adverb
Definition

In a way that shows creativity and original thought.


Example

She approached the project imaginatively, coming up with unique ideas that impressed everyone.


Conversation
Sloth A
I love how you can think so imaginatively about things.
Sloth B
Thanks! I always try to see the world from different perspectives.
Sloth A
It definitely shows in your artwork; it's so unique.
Sloth B
I appreciate that! I believe being imaginatively creative makes life more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
creatively
inventively
originally
Antonyms
unimaginatively
ordinarily
dully
Root Explanation

Imaginatively → It is formed from "imagine" (from Latin "imaginari", meaning to form a mental image) and the suffix "-ively" (meaning in a manner of). The word "imaginatively" means in a manner that involves creativity or the ability to form mental images.

Memory Tip

Think of 'imagine' as creating mental pictures, and remember that 'imaginatively' means doing something in a creative or imaginative way.

Visually Confused Words
unimaginatively
unimaginative
originatively
imitatively
emanatively
ruminatively
nominatively
limitatively
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