C1 noun Neutral

creation

/kriˈeɪʃən/

The act or process of bringing something new into existence, whether it is a physical object, a system, or an abstract idea. It can also refer to the finished product of a creative effort, especially in the context of art, literature, or scientific innovation.

Examples

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1

Her latest artistic creation is currently on display at the city gallery.

The new piece of art she made is being shown at the local art museum.

2

The creation of a unified European market was a milestone in modern economic history.

The establishment of a single trading zone in Europe was a major event in recent history.

3

That huge sandwich is definitely a creation only you could come up with!

You are the only person who would think to make such a giant, unique sandwich.

Word Family

Noun
creation
Verb
create
Adverb
creatively
Adjective
creative
Related
creator
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Memory Tip

Focus on the suffix '-tion' which denotes a state or act. If you 'create' (verb), the result is a 'creation' (noun).

Quick Quiz

The government's focus on ______ creation helped lower the unemployment rate significantly.

Correct!

The correct answer is: job

Examples

1

Her latest artistic creation is currently on display at the city gallery.

everyday

The new piece of art she made is being shown at the local art museum.

2

The creation of a unified European market was a milestone in modern economic history.

formal

The establishment of a single trading zone in Europe was a major event in recent history.

3

That huge sandwich is definitely a creation only you could come up with!

informal

You are the only person who would think to make such a giant, unique sandwich.

4

Scholars often analyze the creation of social hierarchies in early civilizations.

academic

Academic researchers study how social classes were first formed in ancient societies.

5

Our primary objective this fiscal year is the creation of long-term value for our investors.

business

Our main goal for the year is to generate lasting financial benefits for the people who own stock.

Word Family

Noun
creation
Verb
create
Adverb
creatively
Adjective
creative
Related
creator

Common Collocations

job creation the process of making more employment opportunities available
wealth creation the act of generating riches or financial assets
original creation a unique work that is not copied from elsewhere
the creation of a new policy the formal process of making a new set of rules
artistic creation the process or result of making a piece of art

Common Phrases

since the dawn of creation

since the very beginning of the world or time

a creation of one's own making

something that a person is entirely responsible for causing

the whole of creation

the entire universe or everything that exists

Often Confused With

creation vs creativity

Creativity is the mental ability or talent to be inventive, while creation is the actual act of making something or the object itself.

creation vs creature

A creature is a living animal or person, whereas a creation is usually an inanimate object, system, or abstract concept.

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Usage Notes

At the C1 level, use 'creation' to describe complex processes like policy-making or theoretical development. It is more formal than 'making' or 'building'.

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Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes use the gerund 'creating' as a noun in formal titles where 'creation' is the standard choice (e.g., 'The creation of wealth' is better than 'The creating of wealth').

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Memory Tip

Focus on the suffix '-tion' which denotes a state or act. If you 'create' (verb), the result is a 'creation' (noun).

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'creatio', from 'creare' meaning 'to bring forth, produce, or cause to grow'.

Grammar Patterns

Uncountable when referring to the general process (e.g., 'the creation of life'). Countable when referring to specific products or works (e.g., 'many artistic creations'). Often followed by the preposition 'of'.
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Cultural Context

In many Western cultures, 'The Creation' (capitalized) refers specifically to the biblical story of how the universe was made.

Quick Quiz

The government's focus on ______ creation helped lower the unemployment rate significantly.

Correct!

The correct answer is: job

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anpatable

C1

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unicenty

C1

To merge several distinct elements, processes, or entities into a single, central point of focus or control. It is often used to describe the strategic consolidation of disparate parts into a unified core system.

homoducty

C1

Describing a system or biological structure characterized by having uniform, identical channels or conducting pathways. This term is used to identify a state where all leading vessels or conduits share the same size, direction, or functional capacity.

circumvolvible

C1

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superdocation

C1

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redynism

C1

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transcivess

C1

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transhospdom

C1

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bivictor

C1

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