Demiurge is a noun that refers to an autonomous creative force.

Our word of the day combines Greek word demos (DAY mos) which means ‘people,’ and ergos (AIR gos) which means “working.’ It was originally used to describe a god-like figure, or creator of the universe. But it later came to refer to any powerful or creative force.

Emma has been promoted to the head of the office. As such, she’s regarded as the demiurge around here. She’s the one to talk to when you want anything done.