luovempi

Luovempi is the comparative form of the Finnish adjective luova, meaning more creative. It is used to compare levels of creativity between objects, ideas, or people. The form is created by adding the degree suffix -mpi to luova, resulting in luovempi. In Finnish, adjectives agree with the noun in number and case, while the degree form remains the same across contexts; luovempi can modify both singular and plural nouns, as in luovempi ratkaisu (a more creative solution) or luovemmat ideat (more creative ideas).

Origin and usage notes: The suffix -mpi is a productive marker for forming comparative adjectives in Finnish. Luovempi is widely understood in standard Finnish and appears in writing, journalism, education, design, and marketing contexts where creativity, innovation, and problem-solving are discussed. It is not a proper noun and is used similarly to other comparative forms of adjectives.

Examples of usage: A luovempi approach may lead to innovative products; a luovempi idea might win support in a competition; organizations may promote luovemmat training methods to encourage creative thinking. The word can also appear in phrase forms such as “luovempi kuin…” to indicate comparison with another item or standard.

See also: luova, luovuus.