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:
- promote
- encourage
- effectuate
- catalyze
- yield
- make
- invoke
- effect
- bring about
- induce
- spawn
- work
- beget
- result (in)
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- translate (into)
- breed
- launch
- cultivate
- render
- found
- decide
- forward
- conduce (to)
- initiate
- set
- begin
- draw on
- start
- further
- foster
- determine
- enact
- nourish
- contribute (to)
- develop
- give rise to
- pioneer
- bring forth
- occasion
- nurture
- establish
- bring on
- institute
- introduce
- inaugurate
- advance
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;
generate, produce, cause,create, do, prompt, bring, promote, encourage, effectuate
quell, restrict, quash, subdue, repress, limit, limit, quash, inhibit, impede
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.
