Just to add some dimension to that observation (but not diminish it) at least some of those words are better described as "credited as first used" rather than i

Just to add some dimension to that observation (but not diminish it) at least some of those words are better described as "credited as first used" rather than invented. He did invent many words, however, and I think more impressive is the number of phrases which he invented and are now so commonplace you don't think you're quoting shakespeare. Some examples: As luck would have it; Break the ice; Fair play; In a pickle; It's greek to me; What's done is done.