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cre·ate Listen to audio/kriˈeɪt/ verb
cre·ates; cre·at·ed; cre·at·ing
[+ obj] 1 : to make or produce (something) : to cause (something new) to exist
Several new government programs were created while she was governor. The President has announced a plan to create new jobs. the scientists who created the world's first atomic bomb The machine creates a lot of noise. According to the Bible, the world was created [=made] in six days.
2 : to cause (a particular situation) to exist
You created [=made, caused] this mess, and now you'll have to fix it. We need everyone's help in creating [=developing] a better society. It can be hard to create a balance between work and family. She creates a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for her guests. The advertisements are intended to create demand for the product.
3 : to produce (something new, such as a work of art) by using your talents and imagination
He creates beautiful paintings. I've been creating music for over 30 years. She enjoys creating new dishes by combining unusual ingredients.
4 chiefly Brit : to give (someone) a new title or rank
She was created (the) Duchess of Cornwall.

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