Pronunciation

/sɔːrs/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The origin or point of derivation of something, especially of a belief, custom, or idea. 2. A supply or source of water, fuel, power, etc. 3. A person or thing from which something is derived or obtained. 4. [Computing] The initial or starting point of a program or data flow.
• Verb: To originate or come from; be the source of. To supply or provide (something).

Phrases

• “Trace back to its source” means to find the original origin or cause.
• “Water source” refers to the natural or man-made supply of water.
• “The source of inspiration” denotes the origin of an idea or motivation.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The theory was traced back to its historical source.”
• Verb: “The river serves as a reliable water source for the nearby village.”
• “The book’s popularity can be attributed to its compelling source material.”

Synonyms

• Origin
• Sourcefulness
• Root
• Beginning
• Stem
• Supply
• Originator
• Generator

Antonyms

• End
• Destination
• Absence
• Extermination
• Termination
• Lack
• Conclusion