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create
[ kree-eyt ]
verb (used with object)
- to cause to come into being, as something unique that would not naturally evolve or that is not made by ordinary processes.
- to evolve from one's own thought or imagination, as a work of art or an invention.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- Theater. to perform (a role) for the first time or in the first production of a play.
- to make by investing with new rank or by designating; constitute; appoint:
to create a peer.
- to be the cause or occasion of; give rise to:
The announcement created confusion.
- to cause to happen; bring about; arrange, as by intention or design:
to create a revolution; to create an opportunity to ask for a raise.
verb (used without object)
- to do something creative or constructive.
- British. to make a fuss.
adjective
- Archaic. created.
create
/ ːˈɪ /
verb
- tr to cause to come into existence
- tr to invest with a new honour, office, or title; appoint
- tr to be the cause of
these circumstances created the revolution
- tr to act (a role) in the first production of a play
- intr to be engaged in creative work
- slang.intr to make a fuss or uproar
Derived Forms
- ˈٲ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- ··· adjective
- ·ٱ··ٱ verb (used with object) intercreated intercreating
- -··Բ adjective
- un···· adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of create1
Word History and Origins
Origin of create1
Example Sentences
Oliver Fry of Surrey Wildlife Trust says conditions are incredibly dry on the heathlands of Surrey, which creates "tinderbox conditions".
"We are just trying to find a way out of this terrible crisis which was created by the previous American administration. They ruined many things."
“It’s my passion to work with actors, speakers, coaches, and authors to create their best work and soar to success,” Lincoln said on her website.
The US's huge tariffs on Chinese goods, and China's retaliatory 125% on US imports, may create opportunities for South American exporters.
She added the government wanted the public's input in shaping the new model to create "a fairer, more sustainable system".
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