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Meaning & Definition of Generate in English

English

Generate

Pronunciation:

/ˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

Part of Speech:

verb

Meaning and Definition of Generate

1. Primary Definition

to produce or bring into existence

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: To produce or create something.

    Example Sentence: The wind turbines generate electricity for the town.

  • Definition: To bring into being or develop through a process.

    Example Sentence: He hopes to generate interest in the new product.

  • Definition: To cause to happen or take place.

    Example Sentence: The program is designed to generate revenue.

  • Definition: In computing, to produce data or output from a system.

    Example Sentence: The software can generate reports automatically.

  • Definition: In mathematics, to produce a geometric figure by moving a point along a path.

    Example Sentence: The line segment generates a circle when rotated around one of its ends.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'generare' meaning 'to give birth, produce'

Synonyms

produce | create | develop | formulate | spawn

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • generate leads: to produce potential sales contacts
  • generate buzz: to create excitement about something
  • generate income: to produce revenue or profit
  • generate ideas: to create thoughts or concepts

Translations

  • Spanish: generar
  • French: générer
  • German: erzeugen
  • Russian: генерировать

Related Words

  • generator: a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
  • generation: the act of producing or creating something, often referring to a group of people born around the same time
  • regenerate: to regrow or renew

Slang Meanings of generate

  • Meaning: to create something quickly

    Example Sentence: I need to generate some ideas for my project, so I'll brainstorm.

  • Meaning: to make something happen

    Example Sentence: Let's generate some excitement for the event!