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createto bring something into existence; to make something new

Part of speech: VERB

Definition: to bring something into existence; to make something new

Pronunciation (IPA): /kriˈeɪt/

Example Sentences

  • My mom can create a delicious meal from just leftovers in the fridge.
  • The new policy will create more confusion than solutions.
  • Technology companies create apps that we didn't know we needed.

create

VERB

[/kriˈeɪt/]

to bring something into existence; to make something new

The young artist works late to create a colorful mural on the empty wall.
💡 Concept

The young artist works late to create a colorful mural on the empty wall.

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/kriˈeɪt/
🇬🇧 UK/kriˈeɪt/

🌳Etymology

Rootcre
Suffix--ate

Origin

From Latin 'creare' meaning 'to make, produce, or cause to grow.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 13th century to denote the act of bringing something into existence.

Breakdown

cre- (from Latin creare, to make) + -ate (verb suffix) = create

🎵Rhyme

greatlategatefate
great
late
gate
fate

🔗Collocations

create opportunities
create problems
create jobs
create art
create a plan
create awareness

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My mom can create a delicious meal from just leftovers in the fridge.

The new policy will create more confusion than solutions.

😄 Fun example

Technology companies create apps that we didn't know we needed.

Students must create their own study schedule for the exam.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

makeproducegenerateformestablish

Antonyms

destroydemolisheliminate

Related

creativecreationcreatorcreature

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