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Derive

Verb / dɜ:ˈaɪv / Another word for derive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To obtain or receive from a source.

Synonyms & similar words

educe descend deduct infer gain come deduce obtain receive acquire gather derive extract elicit deduce infer conclude draw develop originate grow proceed come

Synonyms by register

Formal

deduce infer ascend obtain extract

Informal

get come from stem from trace back to

Literary

emanate spring from

Antonyms

originate create invent cause produce generate initiate

Common collocations

  • derive from
  • derive pleasure
  • derive income
  • derive benefit
  • derive satisfaction
  • derive energy
  • derive meaning

Word family

noun derivation
verb derive
adjective derivative

Usage note

Often used to indicate the source or origin of something, particularly in formal or academic contexts. Be mindful of prepositions; 'derive from' is the most common construction.

Example sentences

  1. I can derive the answer from the information given.
  2. The company can derive profit from this investment.
  3. A smile can derive happiness.
  4. The word 'derive' is derived from the Latin word 'derivare'.
  5. The country's culture has derived from a mixture of different traditions.

Quotes

  • The best ideas are common property.
  • Everything in the universe, is the fruit of a chance.
  • The true spirit of conversation consists in building on another man's observation, not overturning it.

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