Generate
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To produce or create something, especially energy, ideas, or results. To bring into existence through a process or cause something to happen.
“The wind turbines generate enough electricity to power thousands of homes in the region.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdʒɛn.ər.eɪt/
Syllables
gen·er·ate
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Wordle
Contains three E's and ATE ending - GENER root pattern
Scrabble
Worth 9 points; ATE ending provides multiple extension possibilities
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