generate
Translation
to generate, to produce, to create
Examples
The wind turbines generate electricity.
The wind turbines generate electricity.
The new plan generated a lot of interest.
The new plan generated a lot of interest.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to produce or create (sth.) The wind turbines generate electricity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: produce, create, make, cause; Antonyms: destroy, terminate
Etymology
From Latin 'generare' meaning 'to beget, produce', which is related to 'genus' (race, kind).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'generator' which 'generates' power. It's all about creating or producing something new.