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originates Meaning & Definition

What Does Originates Mean?

Originates is used as a verb meaning third-person singular simple present indicative of originate.

Originates: Key Facts

Part of speechverb
Synonymsbegin, initiate and spring to life
Antonymsdestinate, end and terminate

Originates Definition (Verb)

  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of originate

Verb

  1. To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.
  2. To come into existence; to have origin or beginning; to spring, be derived (from, with).

    The scheme originated with the governor and council.

Synonyms of Originates

Originates synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Originates

Originates in a Sentence

The scheme originated with the governor and council.

Word Forms & Grammar

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Quick Answers About Originates

What part of speech is originates?

Originates is a verb.

What is another word for originates?

You can replace originates with words such as begin, initiate and spring to life. See the full list of originates synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of originates?

The opposite of originates can be expressed with words like destinate, end and terminate.

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