derive

[dɪˈraɪv]

derive Definition

• 1. obtain something from (a specified source)
• 2. base a concept on a logical extension or modification of (another concept)
• 3. originate from
• 4. trace the origin or development of something

Using derive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "derive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The word 'adolescent' is derived from the Latin word 'adolescere'.

• Example

  She derives her strength from her family.

• Example

  The company derives most of its profits from exports.

• Example

  The theory is derived from several sources.

derive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for derive

• obtain
• extract
• gather
• deduce
• infer

Antonyms for derive

• give
• provide
• donate

Idioms Using derive

• derive comfort from

  to feel reassured or consoled by something

  Example

  She derived comfort from the fact that her friends were there to support her.

• derive satisfaction from

  to feel pleased or contented with something

  Example

  He derives great satisfaction from his work as a teacher.

• derive one's name from

  to have one's name come from a particular source or origin

  Example

  Her last name derives from her grandfather's name.

Phrases with derive

• derive pleasure

  to get enjoyment or satisfaction from something

  Example

  I derive great pleasure from reading books.

• derive benefit

  to receive an advantage or gain from something

  Example

  The company derives significant benefits from its partnership with other firms.

• derive from

  to originate or come from a particular source

  Example

  The word 'alphabet' derives from the first two letters of the Greek alphabet.

Origins of derive

from Old French 'deriver', from Latin 'derivare', from 'de-' (expressing reversal) + 'rivus' (a stream)

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Summary: derive in Brief

The verb 'derive' [dɪˈraɪv] means to obtain something from a source, base a concept on another concept, originate from, or trace the origin or development of something. It can be used in phrases like 'derive pleasure' and 'derive benefit,' which denote getting enjoyment or receiving an advantage from something. 'Derive' also appears in idioms like 'derive comfort from' and 'derive satisfaction from,' which express feeling reassured or pleased with something.