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She was the originator of the club idea.
What does Originator mean?
An originator is the first creator or starter of something.
Dictionary definition
The person who first creates, starts, or suggests an idea or plan.
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The article named the originator of the design.
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In group work, the originator of an idea may help explain why it was first proposed.
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MeaningOriginator means An originator is the first creator or starter of something.
ExampleExample: She was the originator of the club idea.
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- Syllables
- uh · rij · uh · nay · ter
- Strongest beat
- rij
- Ending
- ter
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on rij.
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Synonyms
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creatorUse for someone who makes something.
founderUse for someone who starts a group or project.
Antonyms
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followerUse for someone who joins after another person leads.
imitatorUse for someone who copies instead of creating.
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