created

word · lemma: create

/kɹiˈeɪtəd/
kree-AY-did
/kɹiːˈeɪtɪd/
kree-AY-tid

Definition

Past form of 'create'. It means made, produced, invented, or caused something new to exist.

Usage & Nuances

Often used for art, ideas, products, problems, or opportunities: 'created a painting', 'created a system', 'created confusion'. In passive voice, 'was created by' is very common. Don't confuse it with 'made'—'created' often stresses originality or bringing something new into existence.

Example Sentences

She created a new email account yesterday.

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The artist created this picture by hand.

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The storm created a lot of damage.

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This whole mess was created by a small mistake.

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They created an app that makes budgeting easier.

natural

I didn't mean to create drama, I was just asking a question.

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