genesis — the origin or beginning of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the origin or beginning of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒenəsɪs/
Korean meaning: 기원, 창세, 시초
Korean pronunciation: **제**너시스
Example Sentences
- The genesis of his pizza addiction can be traced back to that fateful day when he discovered pineapple topping.
- Scientists are still debating the genesis of the universe.
- The genesis of their friendship was a shared hatred of Monday mornings.
genesis
NOUN//ˈdʒenəsɪs//
the origin or beginning of something
A gardener witnesses the genesis of new plant life in sprouting seedlings
The genesis of synthesis defeats the nemesis
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'genesis' and Greek 'genesis' (γένεσις), meaning 'origin' or 'creation.' The Greek root comes from 'gignesthai' meaning 'to be born' or 'to come into being.'
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📝Examples
“The genesis of his pizza addiction can be traced back to that fateful day when he discovered pineapple topping.”
“Scientists are still debating the genesis of the universe.”
“The genesis of their friendship was a shared hatred of Monday mornings.”
“The company's genesis dates back to a garage startup in 1995.”
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