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Synonyms of seminal

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Another word for seminal is germinal. Other synonyms of seminal are influential and pioneering.

Synonyms and similar words for seminal

adjectiveOf or relating to seed or semen.

  • germinalPertaining, similar, or belonging to a germ.

adjectiveCreative or having the power to originate.

adjectiveHighly influential, especially in some original way, and providing a basis for future development...

  • influentialHaving or exerting influence.
  • pioneeringInvolving accomplishments or activities that have not been done before, or developing or using new methods or...
  • formative

Meaning of seminal

  1. adjective Of or relating to seed or semen.
  2. adjective Creative or having the power to originate.
  3. adjective Highly influential, especially in some original way, and providing a basis for future development or research.

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Questions about synonyms of seminal

What is another word for seminal?
Seminal has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as germinal, influential and pioneering.
What does seminal mean?
Seminal means of or relating to seed or semen.

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