New methods, ideas, or products that represent creative improvements or novel approaches. The process of introducing something new or making changes to existing systems.
From Latin 'innovatus,' past participle of 'innovare' meaning 'to renew or alter,' from 'in-' (into) + 'novus' (new). The word entered English in the 15th century, initially with religious connotations of unwelcome change.
The word 'innovation' was once considered negative, associated with dangerous political or religious revolution. It wasn't until the 20th century that innovation became the universally positive buzzword we know today, particularly in business and technology contexts.
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