GENERATE Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

generate

verb

ˈje-nə-ˌrāt

Definition of generate

as in to create

to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) his rabble-rousing speech generated a lot of controversy among local taxpayers

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Recent Examples of generate Throughout training camp and the preseason, the Jets have emphasized generating more interceptions and takeaways. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 29 Aug. 2026 Applied to relationships, this becomes especially critical because even the healthiest connections generate some strain. — David H. Rosmarin, Time, 29 Aug. 2026 For her part, Rodriguez said the deal will bring in more than $100 billion of investment and generate $209 billion for Venezuela’s government. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026 The broader question is what safeguards exist around market-moving information generated at the highest levels of government. — Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for generate

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Designed as a therapeutic companion, the robot resembles a baby seal and uses soft fur, gentle movements, and responsive sounds to create the calming presence of a living pet.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
This poplin maxi skirt is stylish, and its A-line cut can create a flattering silhouette on all body types.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of create

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One day, Cole paged through an album whose acidic glues caused her particular anguish.

— Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
The rocks and melted water then swelled the rivers in the valleys below, causing a torrent of water that swept buildings, bridges and earth downstream in Tibet and Nepal.

— Victoria Milko, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of cause

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The Moon enters Aries and your 11th House of Friends, Community, and Future Plans, bringing energy to invitations, brainstorms, and shared goals.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
Brooks Lee hit a two-run home run and Kody Clemens had a solo home run, bringing the Twins within 4-3.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of bring

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Finite’s founder, Amy Gardner, has producing credits on the likes of And Then Come the Nightjars, La Bohème, Honeytrap, and My House, and worked on the stage productions of Nuclear Children and The Joy of Text.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Giske added that previous trips to Haugesund had produced partnerships the company had not originally anticipated.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of produce

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Conversely, unexplained weight loss should prompt a conversation with a healthcare provider.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
The federal ruling from Denver was clarified three days later to exclude athletes who'd already signed professional contracts, which prompted a countersuit filed in Louisiana state court that gained a temporary restraining order on Wednesday.

— CBS News, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of prompt

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As Korean growth picks up, President Lee Jae Myung could be excused for thinking his job as an economic reformer is done.

— William Pesek, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Quarterback Jack Strand made the Atlanta Falcons’ initial 53-man roster Sunday, and running back Tyler Goodson did not.

— Josh Kendall, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

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