Definition

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

Example

The creating of the new art installation took several months.

Conversation

I really enjoy the process of creating art.

That's awesome! What do you like to create the most?

I love creating paintings, especially landscapes.

Sounds beautiful! You should show me your work sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To bring something into existence or to produce something new.

Example

She is creating a beautiful painting for the exhibition.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I've been really interested in creating art lately.

That's awesome! What kind of art are you making?

I'm mostly focusing on painting and creating digital designs.

Root Explanation

Creating → It is formed from "create" (from Latin "creare", meaning to make or produce) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "creating" refers to the action or process of making or producing something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'creating' as the action of 'making' something — 'creare' means to make, and '-ing' shows it's happening right now.

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