creation

noun

krē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce creation (audio)
Definition of creationnext
1
as in innovation
something (as a device) created for the first time through the use of the imagination Dr. Frankenstein was divinely proud of his creation, at least at first

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2
as in universe
the whole body of things observed or assumed an unshakable belief in a primal source, a fount of all creation

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3
as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position the creation of an unprecedented number of new cardinals by the pope

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Recent Examples of creation That continuity helps turn an initial view of growth potential into a practical starting point for value creation. — James Fratzke, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Jouffret says the team hopes to showcase the creations through a potential exhibition or runway presentation, although some pieces would need repairs after the wear and tear of filming. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026 This week, her creations go on display at Frieze Masters, Frieze London’s fair for art made before 2000, where a slot reads as a verdict that the work now belongs to history. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2026 By Zoom and via an interpreter, Amiryousefi talked to THR about The Banning Curse and its creation. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creation
  1. innovation
  2. universe
  3. promotion
  4. invention
  5. world
  6. advancement
  7. nature
Noun
  • By 2015, New Atlas was covering innovations such as the Diamond Hotend, which combined three filament feeds into a single nozzle, although even that approach could produce waste towers when changing colors.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Some might think introducing another layer of accountability would stifle innovation.
    — Giorgos Tsetis, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of innovation
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  • The first episode will spotlight the creation of Harry Potter and the stratospheric success of the wizarding universe created by Rowling.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The No Man’s Sky universe is about to get a little bit smaller — but in a good way.
    — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of universe
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  • If Madewell’s current discounts and promotions aren’t piquing your interest, check Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, Revolve, Bloomingdale’s, and Shopbop.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2026
  • For Ingersoll and some other religious scholars, Hegseth's promotion of an idea that has largely fallen out of favor with the American public ties in closely with his religious background.
    — Odette Yousef, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of promotion
Noun
  • The Lumière brothers, makers of the cinematograph device, brought their invention to Budapest's Grand Hotel Royal in 1896 — just months after its Paris debut — and had camera operators film landmarks in the city the same year.
    — Lucy Handley, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Electric toothbrushes and waterjet flossers have dominated home dental-care since their invention some half-century ago.
    — Emma Barker Bonomo, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
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Noun
  • Who would want the callous world that successfully cloistered the feelings of others?
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Daily Alerts Stay informed as soon as important news breaks around Washington DC and the entire world.
    — Washington Examiner, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of world
Noun
  • Trade tech advancements are helping those at the vanguard of the new NA movement.
    — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026
  • In addition to being the league’s most valuable franchise, the Valkyries now hold the record for the fastest advancement to the Finals for an expansion team, making it to the championship in only their second season.
    — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2026
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Noun
  • In North Georgia’s mountains, autumn already is transforming ridges, forests and streambanks into dazzling palettes of reds, yellows, maroons and deep oranges — all part of nature’s annual leaf color spectacle.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • As nature trades its summer greens for a rich tapestry of amber, rust, burgundy, and gold, our wardrobes are following suit—and with all manner of vibrant, textured, statement-making accessories piled on top.
    — Ciarra Lorren Zatorski, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2026
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“Creation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creation. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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