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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)
arisedevelopgrowrisespring upuprise
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
become
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bring into being

Example: "He initiated a new program"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
initiatestart
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
createmake
Hyponyms (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."
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Word Game Points

Is ORIGINATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, originates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
ORIGINATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is ORIGINATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, originates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ORIGINATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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