creation

The word “creation” means something that has been made, especially an original work of art, invention, or design. In plain terms, something made, the act of making it, or (with a capital C in religious use) the entire universe.

“Creation” is pronounced kree-AY-shuhn (/ˈkɹiˈeɪʃən/ in IPA).

Here is “creation” used in a sentence: “The chef proudly presented his latest creation to the diners.”

“Creation” is a noun.

The word “creation” comes from Latin. From Latin creatio, "a making or producing," from creare, "to create.".

“Creation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

“Creation” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something that has been made, especially an original work of art, invention, or design.

An invention is a new device, process, or idea that did not exist before, usually solving a problem. A creation is broader — anything that has been made, especially an original artistic work like a painting, dish, or design. Every invention is a creation, but not every creation is an invention.

A painting, a novel, a piece of music, a fashion design, or a chef's signature dish are all creations — original works brought into being by someone. The word highlights originality and craftsmanship, so it is often used with pride: an artist might call their finest work their greatest creation.

The opposite of creation is destruction — the undoing or breaking down of something that exists. When creation means the act or product of making, its opposites include demolition, ruin, and annihilation. In the sense of an original work, you might contrast a creation with a copy, imitation, or reproduction.