Synonyms for

Originals

Verb / ɜ:ˈɪdʒʌnʌlz / Another word for originals — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Originals refers to the first or earliest version of something, or a work created by someone and not a copy.

Synonyms & similar words

mastercopy archetype pilot master original firsts prototypes models archetypes masters blueprints templates examples precedents primaries sources beginnings inceptions origins roots fundamentals essentials necessities basics principles

Synonyms by register

Formal

archetypes prototypes models sources

Informal

firsts originals

Literary

primal genesis fount

Antonyms

copies reproductions imitations forgeries duplicates fakes counterfeits

Common collocations

  • original artwork
  • original manuscript
  • original idea
  • original research
  • original design
  • original copy
  • original source

Word family

noun original
verb originate
adjective original
adverb originally

Usage note

The plural 'originals' often refers to the first or earliest versions of something, especially in art or documents. It can also refer to people who are unconventional or creative.

Example sentences

  1. The originals of the Declaration of Independence are kept in a museum.
  2. The original manuscript was written by Shakespeare himself.
  3. The originals of these paintings were lost in a fire.
  4. The band played some of their original songs at the concert.
  5. The original recipe for the cake was passed down from my great-grandmother.

Quotes

  • Be original; don't be scared of being bold!
  • Originality is the best form of rebellion.
  • In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.

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