verb

generate

To produce or cause something.

Solar panels generate enough electricity to power the entire building.

Etymology

The Latin verb means to beget or produce. Generate broadens that bringing-forth action to any process that causes a result to come into existence.

More examples

  • The announcement generated excitement among the students.
  • This software generates a report at the end of each month.
  • The bakery is generating enough income to hire another worker.

Forms

generate · generates · generated · generating

generation noun — The act or process of producing something.

generator noun — A machine that converts energy into electricity.

Similar words

produce
Emphasizes bringing something into existence, often a tangible result.
create
Often emphasizes making something new through deliberate effort.
cause
Focuses on making an event or condition happen.