Germinal

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɜːrmɪnəl/

Definitions of germinal

adjective pertaining to a germ or seed

Example Sentences

A1 The germinal idea for the project came from the team leader.

A2 The students were excited to learn about the germinal stages of plant growth.

B1 The novel explores the germinal concepts of freedom and individuality.

B2 The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of germinal research.

C1 The artist's work is often described as germinal, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms.

C2 The philosopher's germinal theories laid the foundation for modern existentialism.

Examples of germinal in a Sentence

formal The germinal stage of development is crucial for the formation of new ideas.

informal The germinal idea for the project came to me in the shower.

slang I'm always on the lookout for germinal trends to stay ahead of the game.

figurative The artist's germinal creativity sparked a revolution in the art world.

Grammatical Forms of germinal

• past tense: germinated
• plural: germinals
• comparative: more germinal
• superlative: most germinal
• present tense: germinates
• future tense: will germinate
• perfect tense: has germinated
• continuous tense: is germinating
• singular: germinal
• positive degree: germinal
• infinitive: to germinate
• gerund: germinating
• participle: germinating

Origin and Evolution of germinal

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'germinal' originated from the Latin word 'germen' meaning 'sprout' or 'bud'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in reference to the beginning or early stages of something, the word 'germinal' has evolved to also signify the potential for growth and development in various contexts.