English dictionary

innovation

/,/I/n/@/'v/eI//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation

noun.artifact

Synonyms invention

Source: WordNet 3.0
the creation of something in the mind

noun.cognition

Synonyms conception design excogitation invention

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new

noun.act

Synonyms creation foundation founding initiation instauration institution introduction origination

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of innovating; introduction of something new, in customs, rites, etc.

noun

Source: webster1913