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innovative
Describes a person, idea, method, or product that is novel, original, and forward-looking. Something innovative brings about a significant improvement or change.
Das Unternehmen wurde für seine innovative Technologie mit einem Preis ausgezeichnet.
The company received an award for its innovative technology.
'Innovativ' (innovative) is an international word that comes from Latin. The ending '-iv' is typical of many adjectives borrowed from other languages, such as 'kreativ' (creative) or 'attraktiv' (attractive).
Er ist bekannt für seine kreative und innovative Arbeitsweise.
He is known for his creative and innovative way of working.
The adjective 'innovativ' (innovative) often describes abstract concepts or products. Typical combinations are: 'eine innovative Idee' (an innovative idea), 'eine innovative Lösung' (an innovative solution), 'ein innovatives Produkt' (an innovative product), or 'ein innovativer Ansatz' (an innovative approach).
Für dieses Problem brauchen wir eine wirklich innovative Lösung.
For this problem, we need a truly innovative solution.
This word is used especially often in business, technology, science, and marketing. It has a very positive and modern meaning.
Unser Unternehmen sucht Mitarbeiter, die innovativ denken.
Our company is looking for employees who think innovatively.
modern
'modern' and 'innovativ' are close in meaning because both can describe something new or progressive. 'modern' more often means that something fits the present day or feels up to date. 'innovativ' is stronger: it means that something is truly novel and brings a new solution or improvement. A modern office may simply have up-to-date technology. An innovative idea, on the other hand, changes something or makes it significantly better.
Ich finde die App innovativ, weil sie das Lernen an meinen Alltag anpasst.
I find the app innovative because it adapts learning to my everyday life.
Im Büro stehen moderne Computer für die Gäste bereit.
Modern computers are available for guests in the office.