Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

out-of-the-box

Adjective
/ˈaʊt əv ðə bɒks/
Definition
Thinking creatively or innovatively, often to solve a problem or come up with new ideas.
Examples
  • She always comes up with out-of-the-box solutions for our marketing challenges.
  • The workshop encouraged participants to think out-of-the-box and explore unconventional ideas.
Meaning
The term refers to a mindset or approach that looks beyond the usual or traditional way of doing things, promoting originality and creativity.
Synonyms
  • Innovative
  • Creative
  • Unconventional
  • Original