1
as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
Copernicus is sometimes hailed as the originator of modern astronomy, for he overturned the notion of an earth-centered universe
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of originator
The beloved singer, and style originator to her daughter Tracee Ellis Ross, graced the red carpet in the most daring and dramatic look of the night.
—
Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 6 May 2025
With her skills, Biles is the originator of the most difficult skills on three events: vault, beam, and floor.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The modern trench coat has nearly identical features to its originator, including chest flaps, storm flaps, ventilation, a removable belt, raglan sleeves, and wide lapels.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
The originators of memecoins can make fees when their coins are bought and sold.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,kevin Collier, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for originator
Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 6 May 2025
With her skills, Biles is the originator of the most difficult skills on three events: vault, beam, and floor.
—Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The modern trench coat has nearly identical features to its originator, including chest flaps, storm flaps, ventilation, a removable belt, raglan sleeves, and wide lapels.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
The originators of memecoins can make fees when their coins are bought and sold.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,kevin Collier, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for originator
Recent Examples of Synonyms for originator
Noun
-
Resources will include free content and access to a network designed specifically to help women founders thrive.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
-
The Barstool Sports founder and Renee married in 2009.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
20 May 2025
Noun
-
Second, Converse reunites with designer Feng Chen Wang to launch an exclusive sneaker drop, now available in two striking new colorways.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 May 2025
-
Vargas spent roughly $169,000 on designer products, made 147 payments to her business, Bodela, LLC, totaling around $800,000 and paid her employees with the Cardones’ funds, police said, per the outlet.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
-
The Friday before the new Netflix adaptation of Judy Blume’s novel Forever was set to release, its creator Mara Brock Akil was power-walking through New York City for exercise.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
16 May 2025
-
With the Triton, Acer will target content creators as much as gamers.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2025
Noun
-
This material presents information through the date indicated, reflecting the author’s current expectations, and is subject to revision by the author, though the author is under no obligation to do so.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
12 May 2025
-
Healing beyond cease-fires Leila Darwish, a bioremediation specialist and the author of Earth Repair, researches conflict zones and has found that in the aftermath of devastation caused by war, natural strategies have potential to assist in healing the land.—
Lauren Oster,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
Noun
-
His father, who attended college in Texas after immigrating to the United States, is a longtime fan of Americana and the Old West, and his penchant for artists like Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton served as Shaboozey’s first taste of country.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
21 May 2025
-
The novel is set during this period of intense anti-Chinese sentiments, and Celia’s father is killed in these massacres.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Originator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originator. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share