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creation
/kɹiːˈeɪʃən/
The word 'creation' is most commonly used as an uncountable noun, referring to the general act or process of creating something. For example, 'The creation of art requires patience.' It can also be used as a countable noun when referring to a specific thing that has been made or invented, especially something artistic or novel. For example, 'Her latest creation was a sculpture made of recycled materials.' Be mindful of context to understand whether it refers to the act or the result.
Meanings
A thing that has been made or invented, especially something showing artistic talent.
"Her latest creation is stunning."
Collocations & Compounds
act of creation
The process or instance of making something exist.
The act of creation is a profound one.
divine creation
The creation of the universe or life by a god or gods.
Many religions have stories of divine creation.
original creation
Something that has been made for the first time and is unique.
This is an original creation, unlike anything seen before.
culinary creation
A dish or food item that has been prepared or invented.
The chef presented his newest culinary creation.
artistic creation
A work of art produced by an artist.
The museum displayed many fine artistic creations.
Etymology
The word 'creation' comes from the Latin word 'creatio', which means 'the act of creating'. This, in turn, derives from the verb 'creare', meaning 'to make, to produce, to cause to grow'. The concept of creation is ancient and appears in many religious and mythological traditions, often involving a divine being or force bringing the universe and everything in it into existence. In English, the word has been used since the late 14th century, initially in religious contexts to refer to the act of God creating the world. Over time, its meaning broadened to encompass any act of bringing something new into being, particularly something imaginative or artistic.