ORIGINATION Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

origination

noun

Definition of origination

as in production

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Recent Examples of origination Origination fees An origination fee is a one-time upfront charge that lenders usually subtract from the loan total to pay for administration and processing costs. — Dan Avery,megan Dematteo, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026 The origination of the artwork soon belongs to history, but history is ongoing—an unfolding future. — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026 Through an intricate process of dependent origination, humans, animals, and other beings cycle around in endless rebirths based on past karma. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026 These products may carry different APRs, origination fees, repayment schedules and other terms depending on the provider and borrower qualifications. — Nathan Mor, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026 Still, there are costs associated with refinancing, such as loan origination and appraisal fees, so make sure refinancing is the best option for you. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

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Noun

To support Constant’s production, Shopkorn approaches their relationship in a more old-school model, sending her money as a stipend instead of waiting for a sale to go through and split it 50-50 as is now the norm.

— Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Five films are directed by filmmakers from outside the Baltic countries, with Baltic talent and expertise playing significant roles in their production.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of production

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So, Ohtani kept trying to work his way back to the mound for weeks after receiving a lubricating Orthovisc injection in his knee at the beginning of the All-Star break.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
The October introduction marks the beginning of a broader evolution for Lune+Aster, with additional innovation planned across complexion, eye and lip categories through 2027.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of beginning

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Members are charged a $10,000 annual fee, plus a $5,000 initiation fee, according to company materials reviewed by Fortune.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
That said, their relative scarcity means that initiation and membership fees are a multiple of those charged at home.

— Mark Cecil, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of initiation

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Were the paintings acts of negation—attempts to destroy figuration, to bring the history of painting to its knees—or triumphs of creation and renewal?

— Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2026
The exhibit also dives into innovations from the house, from the use of unconventional materials in high-jewelry creations to the Question Mark, a clasp-free necklace introduced in 1879 that gave women more independence in accessorizing.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of creation

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For anyone who spends a lot of time online, the series’s AI origins are hard to miss.

— Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
Gerwig explained that the classic-rock warhorse matches her vision of the film, which adapts Lewis’ origin story for Narnia.

— Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of origin

Noun

While the Clemson game was Congdon’s first start, the freshman has been part of UM’s guard rotation all season.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
Missouri defense collects takeaways to overcome slow start When the Tigers’ offense has started games slow, the defense has been dependable for stops and takeaways.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026

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