seminal
Pronunciation:
/ˈsɛmɪnəl/noun
Definitions
A seed.
adjective
Definitions
Of or relating to seed or semen.
Creative or having the power to originate.
Highly influential, especially in some original way, and providing a basis for future development or research.
Example: "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions" was a seminal work in the modern philosophy of science.
Synonyms:influentialpioneering