originally

adverb B1

Meaning

Originally means the way something was at the beginning or the first time it happened.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "originally" with "organically," which has a different meaning.

Example Sentences

I originally planned to visit London , but changed my mind .
I originally planned to visit my friend yesterday .
She originally did not want to join the new club .
Were you originally from this city or somewhere else ?

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