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innovate

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈɪnəˌveɪt/

KK: /ˈɪnəˌveɪt/

intransitive verb
Definition

To create or introduce something new or different, often in a way that improves or changes the way things are done.


Example

The company aims to innovate by developing new technologies that enhance user experience.


Tense Forms

Past: innovated

Past Participle: innovated


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been thinking about how companies need to innovate to stay relevant.
Sloth B
That's true! Without new ideas, they can easily fall behind.
Sloth A
Exactly! It's exciting to see how people innovate in different industries.
Sloth B
For sure! Innovation is what keeps things fresh and interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
invent
create
originate
Antonyms
imitate
copy
follow
transitive verb
Definition

To create or introduce something new that has not been done before.


Example

The company aims to innovate by developing new technologies.


Tense Forms

Past: innovated

Past Participle: innovated


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the new app that can innovate the way we learn languages?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read about it! It sounds really interesting.
Sloth A
I think it's great that technology can help us innovate our study methods.
Root Explanation

Innovate → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "novare" (meaning to make new). The word "innovate" means to make something new or to introduce changes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making something new' — 'in-' means into, and 'novare' means to make new.

Visually Confused Words
novate
innate
quinovate
innervate
pinnate
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Sloth B
Absolutely! I can't wait to try it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
create
develop
introduce
Antonyms
copy
imitate
replicate