innovation
nounfeminine/i.nu.vɐ.ˈsɐ̃w̃/high
i·no·va·ção
Definition
The act or process of innovating; the introduction of something new, especially an idea, method, or product.
The company invests heavily in innovation to remain competitive.
This discovery represents a major innovation in the field of medicine.
Common collocations
technological innovationinnovation centerspirit of innovationfoster innovation
Etymology
Do latim 'innovatio, -onis'.