Generator and Originator

Generator

Generator noun - A person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor.
Usage example: the French painter Paul Cézanne is considered to be one of the principal generators of modern art
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Synonyms for Generator

Originator is a synonym for generator in inventor topic. In some cases you can use "Originator" instead a noun "Generator".

Originator

Originator noun - One who creates or introduces something new.
Usage example: Thomas Edison was the originator of the light bulb

Generator is a synonym for originator in creator topic. You can use "Generator" instead a noun "Originator", if it concerns topics such as inventor.

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