genesis vs origins

Both are correct terms, but are used in slightly different contexts. 'Genesis' refers to the beginning or origin of something, often used in a more abstract or religious sense. 'Origins' also refers to the beginning or source of something, but it's more commonly used in a general or historical context.

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genesis

The term 'genesis' is correct and commonly used to refer to the beginning or origin of something, often in a more abstract or religious context.

Use 'genesis' when referring to the origin or beginning of something, especially in a more abstract or religious sense. For example, 'The book explores the genesis of the universe.'

Examples:

The genesis of the conflict dates back to ancient times.
The artist described the genesis of her inspiration for the painting.
The company's genesis can be traced back to a small garage in the suburbs.
The film delves into the genesis of the protagonist's inner turmoil.
The professor discussed the genesis of the theory during the lecture.

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Just look at the genesis of our planet. Well, now...
Geologic unit defined by genesis involving direct human action to deposit or modify material.
It was the genesis of Muirfield.
And he was familiar with the genesis of the technology.
Geologic unit defined by human-made genesis involving excavation.
Conflict is the genesis of creation.
Music is just a starting point, the genesis.
We will wonder tomorrow about the strange genesis of the single currency.
That's just the genesis, but it's more than post-modernism.
Mr. Keane, there seems to be a lot of innuendo and contradictory testimony about the genesis of the big-eyed waifs.
I have been following the genesis of this directive ever since Germany and Sweden proposed that we should introduce uniform standards.
Whatever its genesis, the desire for a twin is an expression of our need to connect.
In this vial is ash from a white oak tree That dates back to the genesis of the originals.
The suhject's mind can always trace the genesis of the idea.
Europe is a big idea whose genesis and motivation is no less powerful today than it was at its inception.
And that was the genesis of the entire epidemic in the US.
What was the genesis of your suspicion?
Now we have to take this threat seriously, thus project genesis began.
The subject's mind can always trace the genesis of the idea.
There is absolutely no reason to declare Kosovo's genesis exceptional, or to pretend this will be the last time a new country is created.

Alternatives:

origin
beginning
creation
inception
emergence

origins

The term 'origins' is correct and commonly used to refer to the beginning or source of something, often in a general or historical context.

Use 'origins' when referring to the starting point or source of something, especially in a general or historical context. For example, 'The origins of this tradition can be traced back to ancient times.'