Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

creature

noun
/ˈkriːtʃər/
Definition
A living being, especially an animal.
Examples
  • The forest is home to many strange and wonderful creatures.
  • She felt like a creature of the night, wandering under the stars.
  • The documentary featured a variety of aquatic creatures.
Meaning
The term ‘creature’ refers to any living organism that is animate, including animals and sometimes humans, highlighting their existence as physical beings.
Synonyms
  • being
  • organism
  • animal
  • life form