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innovate

/ˈɪn.ə.veɪt/

[/ˈɪn.ə.veɪt/]

to introduce new ideas

Advancedverb

Definition

To innovate is to introduce new methods, ideas, or products. Speakers argue that organizations must innovate to survive.

Example

Companies that fail to innovate quickly fall behind.

Companies that fail to innovate quickly fall behind.

Etymology

From Latin 'innovare', meaning to renew or change.

How & Where It’s Used

A core verb in talks on technology and business.

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