Words / B2

JEN-uh-rayt/ˈdʒenəreɪt/

To generate is to produce something, especially energy, data, money, or a reaction — more technical or formal than create or make. Typical collocations are generate electricity, generate income, and generate interest / discussion. Generate damage is possible, but cause is more natural for accidents.

Meaning

To produce or create something.

Examples

• “The storm generated a lot of damage.”
• “The campaign generated a lot of public interest.”
• “Solar panels generate power even on cloudy days.”

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generate electricity / income / interest. More formal than create.

Near in meaning

produce

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