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ORIGINALLY

(adverb)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Originally.

How to pronounce originally:

US

Originally - as an adverb

In an manner suggesting originality

With reference to the origin or beginning

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
in the beginningprimitively21

Before now

Example: "Why didn't you tell me in the first place?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
earlier7in the beginningin the first placeto begin with

Example Sentences

"He was originally from Germany."
"The company was originally founded in 1995."
"I had originally planned to go shopping, but I changed my mind."
"The book was originally written in French and later translated into English."
"This recipe was originally passed down from my great-grandmother."
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Word Game Points

Is ORIGINALLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, originally is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ORIGINALLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ORIGINALLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, originally is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ORIGINALLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ORIGINALLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, originally is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ORIGINALLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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