Originally

Definition

Originally is an adverb used to indicate the beginning or origin of something. It also refers to something done or created in an original or innovative manner.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl.i/, /əˈrɪdʒ.nəl.i/
• Respelling: uh-RIJ-uh-nuh-lee, uh-RIJ-nuh-lee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl.i/, /əˈrɪdʒ.nəl.i/
• Respelling: uh-RIJ-uh-nuh-lee, uh-RIJ-nuh-lee

Etymology

The word "originally" is derived from the Latin "originem," meaning "a beginning" or "source." It entered Middle English via Old French "original," with the suffix "-ly" added to form the adverbial usage in Modern English.

Derivatives

• Original (adjective/noun)
• Origin (noun)
• Originate (verb)
• Originality (noun)
• Originally-minded (adjective, rare)

Synonyms

• Initially
• At first
• Primarily

Antonyms

• Subsequently
• Later
• Afterward

Usage

The term "originally" is commonly used to describe the initial state or source of something. For example, "The project was originally planned to start in June" or "He was originally from France."

Related Terms

• Initially: At the beginning.
• Beginning: The point in time or space at which something starts.
• Source: A point of origin or beginning.

Detailed Definitions

Adverb

• In the beginning or at the start: Indicates the initial state or origin of something.
  • Example: "The house was originally built in the 1800s."
• In a way that is unique or innovative: Refers to something done in an original or creative manner.
  • Example: "The artist worked originally, breaking all traditional norms."