Creature

usgb/ˈkriːtʃər/
noun

Any animal or human.

That dog is a friendly creature.
Visual representation of "creature" - Any animal or human

Often appears as...

  • wild creature
  • sea creature
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Broader than Animals

Remember that 'creature' includes humans, not just animals.

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Humans are the most complex creatures on Earth.
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Neutral Connotation

'Creature' is neutral, without implying good or bad qualities.

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Every creature has a role in the ecosystem.
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Living Being

Use 'creature' only for living beings, not inanimate objects.

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The forest was full of creatures.
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