Synonyms for

Creating

Verb / kri:ˈeɪtɪŋ / Another word for creating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of making something new or bringing something into existence.

Synonyms & similar words

create produce make making producing inventing designing crafting forming building fabricating concocting developing fashioning manufacturing originating planning preparing shaping authoring composing drafting hatching

Synonyms by register

Formal

generating producing originating formulating

Informal

making building cooking up dreaming up

Literary

begetting fashioning engendering

Antonyms

destroying ruining demolishing ending stopping annihilating wrecking

Common collocations

  • creating opportunities
  • creating value
  • creating something new
  • creating a stir
  • creating a problem
  • creating a masterpiece
  • creating a plan

Word family

noun creation
verb create
adjective creative
adverb creatively

Usage note

Often used in contexts of innovation, art, or problem-solving. Be mindful of the specific nuance; 'creating' implies bringing something into existence.

Example sentences

  1. Creating a new recipe takes a lot of trial and error.
  2. She enjoys creating art with different materials.
  3. The team is creating a plan to achieve their goals.
  4. He is dedicated to creating a better future for his community.
  5. The company is creating a new product to meet customer demands.

Quotes

  • I am creating a life that feels good on the inside, not one that just looks good on the outside. -Unknown
  • The power of imagination makes us infinite. -John Muir
  • You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. -Maya Angelou

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