originally
- 01 B1 Intermediate
at first, or in the beginning before things changed.
at the beginning of a process or state; refers to the initial condition before subsequent modification.
Simple“The house was originally painted green, but the new owners changed it to white.”
In context“Although the building was originally designed as a warehouse, it has since been converted into luxury apartments and a gallery space.”
UsageTypically placed before the main verb or after the verb 'to be'.
Antonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
in a new, fresh, or creative way that is different from others.
in an original or creative manner; characterized by independent thought or inventive execution.
Simple“She thinks very originally and always comes up with ideas no one else has.”
In context“The composer approached the traditional folk melody quite originally, blending classical structures with modern electronic textures.”
UsageOften functions as an adverb of manner following the verb it modifies.
SynonymsAntonymsderivativelyunimaginatively
Usage originally published · originally intended · originally appeared
From Middle English originali; equivalent to original + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.