originally

[uh-rij-uh-nl-ee]

adverb

1. with respect to origin; by origin.

   Originally he came from California.

2. at the beginning; at first.

   Originally this was to be in three volumes.

3. in the first place; primarily.

   Originally nomads, they first learned agriculture from the missionaries.

4. in an original, novel, or distinctively individual manner.

   Originally planned houses are much in demand.

5. Archaic.,  from the beginning; from the first; inherently.

originally

/ əˈrɪdʒɪnəlɪ /

adverb

1. in the first place

2. in an original way

3. with reference to the origin or beginning

Word History and Origins

Origin of originally¹

First recorded in 1480–90; original + -ly

Example Sentences

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The energy-efficient home-improvement credit, which was originally set to expire at the end of 2032, will expire at the end of this year, leaving time for last-minute upgrades to qualify for the tax perk.

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"There are extra community safety arrangements that we will bring out to look after our community," he said in the interview, which was originally posted in February.

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“The report on GDP for the third quarter originally scheduled for this week is delayed due to the government shutdown,” he added.

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To avoid disturbing the sites further, the team relied on radiocarbon dating of clam shells and deer bones that were originally collected some 50 years ago.

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