Originally

/əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl.i/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

At first or in the beginning; in the first instance.

Originally, the plan was to complete the project in six months.

From the outset; at the time of inception.

The book was originally published in 1990.

In the way or manner that was first conceived or done.

The painting was originally intended to be much larger.

At or near the beginning; prior to a change.

Originally, they wanted to travel to Europe for their vacation.

In its original form; not altered.

The museum displayed the artwork originally created by the artist.

Derived from the Latin word 'originalis' meaning 'of the beginning'.

originally from

Indicates the place or source where something originated.

originally intended

Refers to the initial purpose or plan for something.

origin

The point or place where something begins.

original

Referring to something that is the first or earliest form.

At the start or in the beginning, often used in informal contexts.

We were originally just friends before dating.

Used to indicate something true from the start, often in discussions.

That's what I originally said, but it got twisted.