1. a person who fathers or brings about the existence of something
Usage: formal
2. one who causes or initiates something
Usage: formal

Examples

• He was considered the begetter of the modern environmental movement.
• The ancient philosopher was hailed as the begetter of democratic ideals.
• She became the begetter of a new artistic style.
• The scientist was recognized as the begetter of groundbreaking research.
• Many view him as the begetter of the company’s success.
• The author was the begetter of several influential theories.