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6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Derive' in a Sentence

"To receive or obtain from a source or origin, usually followed by "from."" more

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Plants derive energy from sunlight through photosynthesis.
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Sarah can derive inspiration from famous artists for her drawings.
He can derive joy from playing with his pet dog.
She was deriving comfort from the warmth of the cozy blanket.
The team has been deriving motivation from their coach's pep talks.
The detective must derive clues from the crime scene to solve the mystery.

Derive

dih-rahyv
verbTo receive or obtain from a source or origin, usually followed by "from."
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Last Updated On: November 11, 2023
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