derive

/dəˈɹaɪv/verb

To get or take something from another source.

Example sentence

“She derives great satisfaction from teaching young children.”

Common patterns: 'derive pleasure from', 'derived from Latin'. In math and chemistry it has technical senses too.

Related words

descendantA person who comes from a particular ancestor, no matter how many generations later.derideTo laugh at someone or something in a cruel, mocking way.desertA dry, empty region with very little rain, water, or plant life.derelictA piece of property that its owner has given up, especially a ship left behind at sea.designateTo point out, name, or mark something officially so that it is clearly identified.depriveTo take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it.