Search Dictionary
Definition of creation

creation

/kɹiːˈeɪ.ʃən/
cre · a · tion
Plural:creations
•
Adjective:creative
JUMP TO:

creation Lexical Profile

creation Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The action or process of bringing something into existence.

Example

"The creation of a new department will help streamline our customer service operations."

2

A thing that has been made or invented, especially something showing artistic talent.

Example

"The chef proudly presented his latest culinary creation to the critics."

3

The universe and everything in it, considered as the product of divine agency.

Example

"Many ancient philosophies view humanity's role as the stewards of all creation."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for creation
Antonyms
View all antonyms for creation

• Rhymes for creation

• Nearby Words

creatable
create
creatine
creation
creation falls
creationism
creationist

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French creacion, from Latin creatio ('a creating, producing'), derived from the past participle stem of creare ('to make, bring forth, produce').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Creation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/creation
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.