Originate

/əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.neɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to take its origin; to arise or come into being.

The idea for the project originated from a brainstorming session last month.

to create or initiate something.

She originated a new approach to teaching that has been very successful.

to be derived from a source.

These customs may have originated from ancient traditions.

to begin or start somewhere.

The festival originated in the 16th century as a harvest celebration.

from Middle English 'originate', from Latin 'originare', from 'origo' meaning 'beginning'

originate from

to come from a specified source

original idea

a new and unique concept

originate in

to start or develop in a particular place

origin

the point at which something begins or is derived

original

the first or earliest version of something

origination

the act of originating or creating something

to kick off or start something in a bold way

He really originated that whole party vibe.

to come up with a fresh idea or trend

She’s the one who originated that dance craze.