The difference between Originate and Take shape

When used as verbs, originate means to cause to be, to bring into existence, whereas take shape means to take a definite form.


check bellow for the other definitions of Originate and Take shape

  1. Originate as a verb (transitive):

    To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.

  2. Originate as a verb (intransitive):

    To come into existence; to have origin or beginning; to spring, be derived (, ).

    Examples:

    "The scheme originated with the governor and council."

  1. Take shape as a verb (intransitive, often, figurative):

    To take a definite form.

    Examples:

    "After two hours of discussion, our plans began to take shape."