Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Originate.
How to pronounce originate:
US
Originate - as a verb
Come into existence; take on form or shape
Example: "A new religious movement originated in that country"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arise5develop13grow8rise4spring upuprise8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
become12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bring into being
Example: "He initiated a new program"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
initiate8start5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
create8make10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
Example: "The flight originates in calcutta"
Example Sentences
"The tradition of exchanging gifts during Christmas originates from ancient times."
"The idea for a new product usually originates from market research."
"The major rivers in this region originate from the nearby mountains."
"The concept of democracy originated in ancient Greece."
"The rumor about their breakup originated from an unreliable source."
Word Game Points
Is ORIGINATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, originate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ORIGINATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ORIGINATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, originate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordORIGINATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is ORIGINATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, originate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordORIGINATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
