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originator
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word "originator" is correct and usable in written English.
It is a noun that means the person who creates something, usually an idea or a product. For example, "The originator of the new software was a young engineer from California."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
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Formal & Business
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Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
This paradox may explain the endless modern obsession with origins, but there is never any way out of the contradiction between man as originator and man as originated.
Science
"The originate-to-distribute model needs the originator to retain involvement in collection, and to keep part of the risk," says Alessandro Profumo, the chief executive of UniCredit, an Italian bank.
News & Media
Printing meant it was necessary to protect the copyrights of the originator of the material.
News & Media
To lead the fight, the EFF has brought in Cory Doctorow, celebrated author, co-founder of blog institution Boing Boing, and originator of "Doctorow's Law", which sums up the dilemma neatly: "Any time someone puts a lock on something you own, against your wishes, and doesn't give you the key, they're not doing it for your benefit".
News & Media
With his good looks, his sweater hung over his shoulders as if on his way to sail a yacht, Burt Bacharach assuredly did not; in fact, he looked just as he should, the originator of a new 1960s songwriting currency.
News & Media
In 2010, the tournament's originator, Lalit Modi, was sacked by the board over allegations of gross corruption (which he denies); two of the league's ten teams have since gone bust.
News & Media
Mr Astatke, the originator and composer of songs in this canon, plays his principal instrument, the vibraphone, with a light touch.
News & Media
Which, as we saw, is partly plagued by rising political polarisation.I've said before that I don't think the Republican Party is the sole or voluntary originator of rising polarisation in America.
News & Media
Cue a feud dubbed the "battle of the red berets", and squabbling over who is the originator of the trend.Elections are likely to be held in April or May, and the EFF is expected to reap 5-10% of the vote, taking advantage of voter discontent with South Africa's liberation party and in particular its scandal-tarnished leader, President Jacob Zuma.
News & Media
IT IS hardly controversial to say that Countrywide Financial, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were at the very centre of the financial crisis Countrywide because it was a leading originator of subprime-mortgage loans, and the two government-sponsored housing-finance giants because they bought vast amounts of these mortgages.
News & Media
On the panel was the project's originator, Lee Robinson, a hedge fund manager who doesn't believe you should own any bonds with a maturity longer than seven years and Albert "Ice Age" Edwards, the Societe Generale strategist, who thinks the world is following the Japanese pattern and who recommended a 50% portfolio weighting in government bonds as of last week.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Consider the nuance of "originator" compared to similar words like "creator" or "founder". "Originator" often implies a starting point, while other words may emphasize different aspects of the creation process.
Common error
Avoid using "originator" when "innovator" is more appropriate. An originator starts something new, while an innovator improves upon something that already exists.
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Linguistic Context
The word "originator" functions primarily as a noun, identifying a person or entity that begins or creates something. Ludwig examples show its use in diverse contexts, consistently referring to the source or initiator of an action, idea, or product. The Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage.
Frequent in
News & Media
55%
Science
25%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
5%
Reference
3%
Wiki
2%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The term "originator" is a noun that refers to someone who creates or starts something. According to Ludwig AI, the word is correct and usable in written English, making it a reliable choice for various contexts. As demonstrated by examples from sources like The Economist and Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, "originator" is used across news, science, and formal business settings. The related phrases, such as "creator" and "founder", provide alternative ways to express the concept of initiating something new. Common errors involve confusing it with terms like "innovator", which focuses on improving existing creations. In short, "originator" effectively identifies the source or initiator in various domains.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
creator
Focuses on the act of bringing something into existence.
founder
Emphasizes the establishment of an institution or organization.
inventor
Highlights the creation of something novel or innovative.
developer
Implies a process of growth or advancement.
initiator
Focuses on starting or setting something in motion.
author
Specifically refers to the creator of a written work.
generator
Implies producing or bringing something about.
pioneer
Stresses being the first to do something.
architect
Suggests designing or planning something meticulously.
instigator
Highlights the act of provoking or urging something into being.
FAQs
How can I use "originator" in a sentence?
You can use "originator" to refer to the person who created something. For example, "He is the "originator" of that idea."
What can I say instead of "originator"?
Which is correct, "originator of" or "originator for"?
"Originator of" is the correct phrasing. You would say "He is the "originator" of the project", not ""originator" for the project".
What's the difference between "originator" and "innovator"?
An ""originator"" starts something new, while an "innovator" improves or enhances something that already exists.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
86%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested