create

[kree-eyt] / kriˈeɪt /

VERB

bring into being; make or develop

Synonyms

STRONGEST

build conceive construct design devise discover establish forge form found generate initiate invent make organize plan produce set up shape spawn start

STRONG

actualize author beget coin compose concoct constitute contrive effect erect fabricate fashion father formulate imagine institute invest mother occasion originate parent perform procreate sire

WEAK

bring into being bring into existence bring to pass cause to be dream up give birth to give life to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

break demolish destroy dismantle lose stop

STRONG

halt prevent wreck

Example Sentences

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Having the full range of testing facilities necessary to create a car in China cuts development times by 30%, the company says, allowing it to align more closely with local demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

A dense population, extensive irrigation, abundant moisture and large numbers of outdoor workers combine to create conditions in which even routine labour can become risky.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Analysts predict a Tesla and SpaceX merger in 2027, with Wedbush estimating 80%+ odds, aiming to create an AI megacorporation.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Tahdig, which is a special way of making rice where you get the bottom of the pot to create a crust.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

While we think, Emma uses the computer to create a flyer with the most important points from our business plan.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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