CEFR B1

foundering

noun

Meaning

A person who establishes an organization, institution, or country.

Examples

She is the founder of a successful tech startup.
The university was named after its generous founder.

Synonyms: originator, pioneer, creator, entrepreneur

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foundering (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈfaʊndər/

Definition

A person who establishes an organization, institution, or country.

Examples

She is the founder of a successful tech startup.
The university was named after its generous founder.
He is considered the founder of modern philosophy.

How to Use foundering

founder of (prepositional phrase): The person who established a specific organization or entity. — "He is the founder of the famous museum."

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