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 Technology’s wealth-creation machine is a major reason California home prices are so high. — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 11 Nov. 2026 Prevost also participated in collecting signatures for the creation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), which investigated the violence between 1980 and 2000 and human rights abuses, particularly in rural Peru. — Claudia Rebaza, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2026 The Hollywood Reporter recently connected with Youm in Seoul to discuss the creation of Long Long Night. — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2026 Global platforms including YouTube, Twitch, LinkedIn, Spotify and SoundCloud are sending senior executives, while traditional entertainment groups are joining discussions about the future of content creation, distribution and monetization. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Nov. 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
  • Its mandate extends beyond enforcement to supporting American technological leadership and protecting domestic innovation.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
  • This technology will reshape our economy, strengthen national defense, transform manufacturing and determine which nations lead the next generation of innovation.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of innovation
Noun
  • That’s part of the reason why Obama’s remark instantly hit a nerve in the MAGA universe.
    — Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • That approach results in a dialogue between the two wardrobes rather than treating Frère as a separate design universe.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of universe
Noun
  • The Black Friday promotion brings the K70's price down to US$699, with a US$600 saving and complimentary promotional extras.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Hegseth’s unprecedented intervention in the meritocratic promotion process has dramatically altered the military’s upper echelons.
    — Peter D. Feaver, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of promotion
Noun
  • From the Santana Row shopping complex to low-rider car culture, to the invention of the floppy disk — the city is even the home of the Eggo Waffle, all of which will be represented in the branding.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Even Jack’s new invention, the electric mixer, couldn’t whip up a more delicious start.
    — Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of invention
Noun
  • Despite being one of the world's oldest continually operating hotel groups, The Peninsula has no plans for world domination.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Barbara Jakobson was a monumental force in the New York art world for over 60 years, serving as an influential collector, a fierce patron, and a longtime trustee of New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).
    — Demetrius Simms for Robb Report, ARTnews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of world
Noun
  • Announced in September, Daimler Truck's newest safety advancements include Active Cross Traffic Assist, Active Sideguard Assist 3, and improvements to its Active Drive Assist system.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The successful demonstration represents more than an advancement in drone technology.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of advancement
Noun
  • The acquisition reflects the changing nature of aerial threats, particularly the increasing employment of relatively inexpensive unmanned aircraft by state and non-state actors.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • And investment, by its very nature, includes planting some seeds for a return that might be a little ways down the road but will be well worth the investment.
    — John Nichols, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
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“Creation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creation. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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