Create
/kriˈeɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo cause something to come into existence; to make or bring something about.
/kriˈeɪt/
To bring something into existence.
She created a delicious cake for her friend's birthday.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're building with blocks. 'Create' is like putting the blocks together to make a castle, a car, or anything you can imagine! It means to make something new.
👶 For kids: To make something new!
More Examples
The scientist created a new experiment to test her hypothesis.
They are trying to create a more sustainable energy source.
How It's Used
"The artist created a beautiful sculpture from clay."
"The company created a new marketing strategy."
"The software allows users to create custom reports."
To bring about a specific feeling, atmosphere, or response in someone or something.
/kriˈeɪt/
To cause (a person) to feel a particular emotion or have a certain experience.
The music created a romantic atmosphere.
💡 Simply: Think about watching a scary movie – it 'creates' a feeling of fear in you. It's about causing a feeling or experience.
👶 For kids: To make someone feel something.
More Examples
Her speech created a sense of hope among the listeners.
The sudden news created panic in the crowd.
How It's Used
"The movie created a sense of suspense in the audience."
"The forest created a sense of peace."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
create a stir
To cause a lot of excitement or interest.
"The new fashion trend created a stir on social media."
create something out of nothing
To make something valuable or significant from very limited or no resources.
"The entrepreneur created a successful business out of nothing."
From Latin *creāre* meaning 'to bring forth, produce'.
The word 'create' has been used since the 13th century, initially in a religious context, referring to God's act of creation.
Memory tip
Think of 'create' as building something, like a Lego creation.
Word Origin
"to make, bring forth, produce"