derive
/dɪˈraɪv/
de · rive
dɪ · ˈraɪv
English Definition
v. get from, originate
Significado en Español
derivar, obtener
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nhận được, bắt nguồn từ
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Example Sentence
The word derives from Latin.
这个词源自拉丁语。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(self)+rive(stream)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “derive”:
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A
create
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B
originate
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C
reveal
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D
conceal
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B — originate.
“derive” means v. get from, originate
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Many English words ______ from ancient Latin roots.
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A
derive
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B
differ
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C
escape
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D
vanish
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A — derive.
“derive” means v. get from, originate
Common questions about “derive”
What does “derive” mean?
derive — v. get from, originate. In Chinese: 得到，来自.
How do you pronounce “derive”?
derive is pronounced /dɪˈraɪv/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · rive.
How do you use “derive” in a sentence?
The word derives from Latin. (这个词源自拉丁语。)
What are synonyms for “derive”?
obtain, originate — all close in meaning to derive (v. get from, originate).
Is “derive” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. derive appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “derive”?
de(self)+rive(stream)
