Creator
kree-AY-tuh
Creator (noun) means a person who makes or invents something, especially an original work. Example: “The creator of the app sold it to a tech giant for millions.”
noun
1
A person who makes or invents something, especially an original work.
"The creator of the app sold it to a tech giant for millions."
2
Capitalized: God, viewed as the being who brought the universe into existence.
"Many faiths describe humanity as made in the image of the Creator."
How to use Creator
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone (or, capitalized, a divine being) who makes or originates something.
Common pairings
content creator
the Creator
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Etymology
From Latin creator, "one who creates," from creare.
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What does “Creator” mean?
The word “Creator” means a person who makes or invents something, especially an original work. In plain terms, someone (or, capitalized, a divine being) who makes or originates something.
How do you pronounce “Creator”?
“Creator” is pronounced kree-AY-tuh (/kɹiːˈeɪ̯təː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Creator” in a sentence?
Here is “Creator” used in a sentence: “The creator of the app sold it to a tech giant for millions.”
What part of speech is “Creator”?
“Creator” is a noun.
Where does the word “Creator” come from?
The word “Creator” comes from Latin. From Latin creator, "one who creates," from creare.
Is “Creator” a common word?
“Creator” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “Creator” have?
“Creator” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who makes or invents something, especially an original work.
What is the difference between a 'creator' and an 'inventor'?
A creator makes or originates something, especially an original creative work such as a story, artwork, or show. An inventor specifically devises a new device, process, or method, usually of a practical or technical kind.
Why is 'Creator' sometimes capitalised?
When capitalised, 'the Creator' refers to God, viewed as the being who brought the universe into existence. Lowercase 'creator' refers to any person who makes or originates something.
What is the difference between a 'creator' and a 'maker'?
The words overlap, but 'creator' emphasises originating or inventing something new, often creative, while 'maker' emphasises the act of physically producing or building it. A creator conceives the idea; a maker constructs the object.
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