seminal — strongly influencing later developments; containing or contributing the seeds of later development
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: strongly influencing later developments; containing or contributing the seeds of later development
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsemɪnl/
Korean meaning: 후에 큰 영향을 미치는, 획기적인, 씨앗이 되는
Korean pronunciation: **세**미널
Example Sentences
- Steve Jobs' seminal presentation of the iPhone changed how we think about phones forever.
- My grandmother's seminal cookie recipe has influenced three generations of terrible bakers in our family.
- Einstein's seminal theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of space and time.
seminal
ADJECTIVE//ˈsemɪnl//
strongly influencing later developments; containing or contributing the seeds of later development
a determined female scientist holds up a glowing test tube containing a revolutionary formula she just created. Her eyes widen with excitement as she realizes the magnitude of her discovery. The glowing liquid begins to react and sparkle, indicating something extraordinary has been achieved. Other scientists in the background stop their work and turn to look at the breakthrough moment. Laboratory equipment and research materials surround them, showing years of dedicated work leading to this pivotal instant. Senior professors gather around, recognizing that this discovery will influence all future research in their field. a discovery that will strongly influence later developments and contribute the seeds of future breakthroughs
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Origin
From Latin 'semen' meaning 'seed'. The word carries the metaphor of a seed that contains the potential for future growth and development.
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“Steve Jobs' seminal presentation of the iPhone changed how we think about phones forever.”
“My grandmother's seminal cookie recipe has influenced three generations of terrible bakers in our family.”
“Einstein's seminal theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of space and time.”
“That professor's seminal research on procrastination has been sitting unfinished on his desk for five years.”
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