Learn how to use the comparative “more innovative” and superlative “most innovative” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “innovative”?

The comparative form of “innovative” is “more innovative”.

Example

The new technology is more innovative than the previous version.

Example

The company's approach to problem-solving is more innovative than their competitors'.

What is the superlative form of “innovative”?

The superlative form of “innovative” is “most innovative”.

Example

Among all the companies, Apple is the most innovative.

Example

The invention was the most innovative of its time.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "innovative" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more innovative" and "most innovative" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of creativity or originality.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Innovative" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more innovative”

Used to describe something that is more original or inventive.

Example

The artist's latest work is more creative than their previous pieces.

more groundbreaking

Used to indicate that something is more revolutionary or pioneering.

Example

The scientist's research is more groundbreaking than any other in the field.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most innovative”

Used to describe something that is the most original or inventive.

Example

The designer's collection was the most creative of the season.

most groundbreaking

Used to indicate that something is the most revolutionary or pioneering.

Example

The discovery was the most groundbreaking in the history of science.

Using than with comparative “more innovative”

When using the comparative form "more innovative" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new technology is more innovative than the previous version." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of innovation in the new technology is higher than the level of innovation in the previous version.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more innovative” and “most innovative” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Technology

    The new smartphone is more innovative than its competitors.

    The new smartphone is more innovative than its competitors.

  • 2Design

    The architect's concept is the most innovative I've seen.

    The architect's concept is the most innovative I've seen.

  • 3Business

    The startup has more innovative strategies than established companies.

    The startup has more innovative strategies than established companies.

  • 4Art

    The artist's work is the most innovative in the gallery.

    The artist's work is the most innovative in the gallery.

Related idioms and phrases

Think outside the box

To think creatively, unconventionally, or from a different perspective.

Example

We need to think outside the box to come up with innovative solutions.

Trailblazer

A person who is a pioneer or innovator in a particular field.

Example

Steve Jobs was a trailblazer in the world of technology.

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