derive
Translation
to derive, to obtain, to originate
Examples
She derives great pleasure from her work.
She derives great pleasure from her work.
This word derives from a Latin root.
This word derives from a Latin root.
Grammar Patterns
to derive ((sth.)) from ((sth.)) She derives pleasure from music.
to derive from ((sth.)) The word derives from French.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obtain, get, originate, stem from
Etymology
From Latin 'derivare' (to draw off a stream), from 'de-' (away) + 'rivus' (stream).
Memory Tips
Imagine 'deriving' water from a 'river'. You are getting something from a source.