Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

criatura

noun
/kɹɪˈɑːtʃʊɹə/
Definition
A creature; a being that is often considered alive, whether animal, human, or supernatural.
Examples
  • The forest was home to a magical criatura that could grant wishes.
  • In folklore, a criatura often represents the connection between humans and nature.
  • He described the monstrous criatura that haunted his dreams.
Meaning
In a broader context, criatura refers to any created entity, often used to denote animals or fictional beings.
Synonyms
  • being
  • entity
  • creature
  • thing