Source

Origin

Synonyms: Origin, birthplace, wellspring, starting point, pedigree, derivation, etymology, genesis, rise, author, initiator, inventor, father, provenience, begetter, place of origin, spring, fount, history, provenance, root, beginning, start, cause, originator, creator, architect, mother, fountainhead, and radix.

Spring

Synonyms: Spring, head, headspring, eye, origin, well head, headwater(s), and wellspring.

Reference

Synonyms: Reference, informant, evidence, authority, documentation, and source.

Example Sentences

The source of truth matters.

Reliable sources ensure accurate information.

Always verify your source carefully.

Trustworthy sources build strong foundations.