ORIGINATES
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Originates.
Originates - 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 wearing costumes on Halloween originates from ancient Celtic festivals."
"The idea for this invention originates from a childhood experience I had."
"This species of bird originates from the rainforests of South America."
"The concept of democracy originates in ancient Greece."
"The phrase 'carpe diem' originates from a poem by Horace."
Word Game Points
Is ORIGINATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, originates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ORIGINATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is ORIGINATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, originates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordORIGINATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ORIGINATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, originates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordORIGINATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
