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Originate: meaning, definitions and examples

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originate

 

[ əˈrɪdʒɪˌneɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in history

To originate means to come into existence; to begin. It can refer to the starting point of something, such as an idea, custom, or tradition.

Synonyms

begin, commence, start

Examples of usage

  • The tradition of exchanging gifts on Christmas Day originated in the 4th century.
  • The idea for the new product originated from a brainstorming session.
Context #2 | Verb

in science

In science, to originate means to have a specific source or cause. It is often used in the context of diseases, where the origin of a disease is traced back to a particular virus or bacteria.

Synonyms

come from, derive from, stem from

Examples of usage

  • The outbreak of the virus originated in a seafood market in China.
  • Researchers are trying to determine where the contamination originated from.
Context #3 | Verb

in art

In art, to originate can mean to create or produce something original and unique. It is often used to describe the birth of a new artistic movement or style.

Synonyms

create, generate, invent

Examples of usage

  • The artist's inspiration originated from nature and the beauty of the outdoors.
  • The new design originated from a combination of different cultural influences.

Translations

Translations of the word "originate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 originar

🇮🇳 उत्पन्न करना

🇩🇪 entstehen

🇮🇩 berasal

🇺🇦 походити

🇵🇱 pochodzić

🇯🇵 始まる (hajimaru)

🇫🇷 provenir

🇪🇸 originar

🇹🇷 kaynaklanmak

🇰🇷 유래하다 (yuraehada)

🇸🇦 نشأ

🇨🇿 pocházet

🇸🇰 pochádzať

🇨🇳 起源 (qǐyuán)

🇸🇮 izhajati

🇮🇸 upprunninn

🇰🇿 пайда болу

🇬🇪 წარმოშობა

🇦🇿 mənbəyi olmaq

🇲🇽 originar

Etymology

The word 'originate' comes from the Latin word 'originatus', which means 'arisen' or 'begun'. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century. The concept of origination has always been of interest to philosophers, scientists, and historians, as it is tied to the fundamental question of how things come into being.

See also: origin, originality, originally, origination, originatively, originator, originators.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,072 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.