generate
ge
ˈʤɛ
je
ne
rate
ˌreɪt
reit
British pronunciation
/d‍ʒˈɛnəɹˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "generate"in English

to generate
01

to cause or give rise to something

Transitive: to generate sth
to generate definition and meaning
example
Examples
The artist 's provocative work generated controversy and debate, challenging societal norms and perceptions.
02

to produce energy, such as heat, electricity, etc.

Transitive: to generate energy
to generate definition and meaning
example
Examples
The solar panels on the roof generate electricity for the entire house.
03

to produce offspring by reproduction

Transitive: to generate offspring
example
Examples
The breeding pair of eagles generated several offspring over the years.
04

to create a new set of data by using a mathematical or logical process to transform an existing set of data

Transitive: to generate data
example
Examples
The computer program generates random numbers to simulate various scenarios in the statistical model.
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