provenance
4 synonyms for provenance, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The place of origin or history of ownership of something, especially a work of art or artifact.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
provenience
place of origin
How to use provenance
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unclear provenance
establish provenance
known provenance
Etymology
From French provenance, "origin," from provenir ("to arise, come forth"), from Latin provenio.
Full origin of provenance →Frequently asked questions
What does “provenance” mean?
The word “provenance” means the place of origin or history of ownership of something, especially a work of art or artifact. In plain terms, where something came from and who has owned it over time — used especially for art, antiques, and historical objects.
How do you pronounce “provenance”?
“Provenance” is pronounced PRO-vuh-nuhns (/ˈpɹɑ.və.nəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “provenance” in a sentence?
Here is “provenance” used in a sentence: “The auction house verified the painting's provenance before sale.”
What part of speech is “provenance”?
“Provenance” is a noun.
Where does the word “provenance” come from?
The word “provenance” comes from Latin. From French provenance, "origin," from provenir ("to arise, come forth"), from Latin provenio.
