generate

verb B2 Neutral

Business Technology

Meaning

To generate means to produce or create something, often in a systematic or organized way.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "generate" with "create," as "generate" often implies a process or mechanism.

Example Sentences

Can this machine generate enough power for the whole house ?

The new policy will generate significant improvements in employee productivity .

The new software can generate reports quickly and accurately .

This machine can generate electricity from sunlight easily .

Word in Context

Maya sits by the caf é window with her notebook . She has been trying to generate new ideas for her article all morning , but nothing seems right . The quiet street and the warm light help her think , so she writes short notes and sketches to keep going . After each small draft she feels more confident and can organize her thoughts better . By lunchtime she has a clear plan and knows which sources to check .

Common Phrases

generate revenue generate ideas generate interest

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