originate

/ɒrɪˈɡeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to come into existence or begin to happen

“The company will originate a new product line next quarter.”

2. verb

to supply or provide something, especially electricity or a signal

“The power plant will originate the electricity for the entire city.”

3. noun

the place where something originates

“The origin of the river is located in a remote village.”

4. noun

a work of art that originates from a specific composer or artist

“The symphony is a notable work that originates from Mozart.”

5. noun

a financial instrument that originates from a specific bank or institution

“The loan is a type of financial instrument that originates from the bank.”

Synonyms

  • begin
  • emanate
  • initiate
  • originate
  • start

Antonyms

  • cease
  • stop
  • terminate