ENGENDER Synonyms: 138 Similar and Opposite Words

engender

verb

in-ˈjen-dər

Definition of engender

as in to create

to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) a suggestion to go out for pizza that didn't seem to engender any interest

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as in to originate

to come into existence feelings of confidence and independence that were only just beginning to engender within her

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Recent Examples of engender None of these impassioned complaints appeared to engender much sympathy from the board, or indeed from the three Related Digital executives who were sitting against the wall observing the proceedings. — Andrew Cockburn, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026 Anthropic has successfully navigated a challenging AI moment, leading with a safety-first message that has engendered support from tech peers, enterprise clients, and some public goodwill. — Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 19 May 2026 When looking at his Lagos, the camera often closes in, reflecting the kind of claustrophobia poverty tends to engender. — Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026 If Gerwig or Netflix’s true concern were for the film to win Oscars, either party would have pushed to hold the line, or delay the film even further into a spot that more naturally engenders awards attention. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for engender

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For Taiwan, the challenge is not simply developing better counter-drone technology, but creating a system that can keep adapting as the threat changes.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026
That opening scene will take you straight into the laugh floor, and guests will be placed into contraptions that Mike has created to harness both laughs and screams.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of create

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In Ecuador, local criminal gangs allied with Colombian and Mexican cartels manage the routes and ship the narcotics, 80% of which originate in Colombia and the rest in Peru.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Ecuador National Police via AP In Ecuador, local criminal gangs allied with Colombian and Mexican cartels manage the routes and ship the narcotics, 80% of which originate in Colombia and the rest in Peru.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of originate

Verb

The main hall is 329 years old and the roof leaks, and a temple at the head of a pilgrimage route doesn't generate the kind of money that pays for a roof.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Trafford suspects the next new signing at Leeds will generate the same kind of excitement, the next dopamine hit.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of generate

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That trial is scheduled to begin next month, but could be pushed back or canceled altogether depending on what the judge decides.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Episodes of the Premier League Years, the Sky Sports show that boils down each season into two hours and is arguably the UK’s greatest cultural achievement, often begin with a montage of that season’s new arrivals.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of begin

Verb

More than 50 hectares (124 acres) of peatland have burned in Jambi province on Sumatra island, causing choking haze in some areas and raising concerns about worsening air quality.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
Everyday Seismic Noise Although earthquakes are the most familiar source of seismic activity, scientists regularly detect vibrations caused by people.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of cause

Verb

Courtois had been a league champion in Belgium and Spain, as well as a Champions League finalist, by the time Chelsea brought him back from three consecutive loan seasons at Atletico Madrid at that same age in 2014.

— Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Meals can be enjoyed inside the Cubhouse, back in your Airstream, or on the outdoor patio, where some nights bring live music.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of bring

Verb

The project commenced with a simple analog instrument panel clock.

— Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
After a study to map its sprawling network of rooms commenced in 2022, a nuclear bunker in northern Italy will transform into a Cold War museum scheduled to open in part next year.

— Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026

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