Chief
Chief noun - The main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts.
Originator and chief are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Originator" instead a noun "Chief".
Nearby Word: chiefly
Originator
Originator noun - One who creates or introduces something new.
Chief and originator are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Chief" instead a noun "Originator".
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
- Those who are old enough will remember the originator of this word, Chief Thunderthud of The Howdy Doody Show.
Source: Magic Franchise Word
Cite this Source
Originator and Chief. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/chief/originator
Chief & Originator. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/chief/originator>.
Originator or Chief. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/chief/originator.
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