engender (Meaning)
engender (v)
call forth
make (offspring) by reproduction
engender (v. t.)
To produce by the union of the sexes; to beget.
To cause to exist; to bring forth; to produce; to sow the seeds of; as, angry words engender strife.
engender (v. i.)
To assume form; to come into existence; to be caused or produced.
To come together; to meet, as in sexual embrace.
engender (n.)
One who, or that which, engenders.
Synonyms & Antonyms of engender
Synonyms:
- encourage
- beget
- result (in)
- yield
- promote
- spawn
- effectuate
- bring about
- work
- make
- catalyze
- invoke
- effect
- induce
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- advance
- start
- set
- enact
- forward
- foster
- give rise to
- occasion
- develop
- institute
- initiate
- breed
- pioneer
- determine
- decide
- found
- introduce
- conduce (to)
- contribute (to)
- cultivate
- further
- establish
- nourish
- nurture
- begin
- bring forth
- draw on
- render
- bring on
- inaugurate
- launch
- translate (into)
Antonyms:
engender Sentence Examples
- The novel's evocative language engenders a profound sense of atmosphere and setting.
- The leader's impassioned speech engendered a renewed sense of hope and determination among the followers.
- The government's economic policies engendered a period of sustained growth and prosperity.
- The discovery of the ancient artifact engendered a great deal of excitement and speculation among archaeologists.
- The artist's innovative techniques engendered a new appreciation for abstract art.
- The controversy surrounding the politician's remarks engendered a heated debate in the media.
- The tragic events of the past engendered a deep sense of sorrow and reflection among the people.
- The community's efforts to promote cultural understanding engendered a climate of tolerance and respect.
- The athlete's unwavering dedication and perseverance engendered admiration and respect among teammates and opponents alike.
- The scientific breakthrough engendered a flurry of activity among researchers and scientists eager to explore its implications.
FAQs About the word engender
call forth, make (offspring) by reproductionTo produce by the union of the sexes; to beget., To cause to exist; to bring forth; to produce; to sow the seeds of;
produce, bring,create, cause, do, prompt, generate, encourage, beget, result (in)
restrain, repress, suppress, dampen, stifle, inhibit, quell, quash, restrict, dampen
The novel's evocative language engenders a profound sense of atmosphere and setting.
The leader's impassioned speech engendered a renewed sense of hope and determination among the followers.
The government's economic policies engendered a period of sustained growth and prosperity.
The discovery of the ancient artifact engendered a great deal of excitement and speculation among archaeologists.
