engenders

verb

Definition of engendersnext
present tense third-person singular of engender
1
as in creates
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) a suggestion to go out for pizza that didn't seem to engender any interest

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2
as in originates
to come into existence feelings of confidence and independence that were only just beginning to engender within her

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engenders
  1. creates
  2. generates
  3. arises
  4. begins
  5. brings
  6. starts
  7. produces
  8. does
Verb
  • This podcast’s simple premise—the host, Tom Rosenthal, approaches someone he’s never met in a London park and invites them for a chat—creates a surprising level of intimacy.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Decluttering creates space for focus and innovation.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of creates
Verb
  • This group generates turnovers and gets after jump shooters.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.
    Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of generates
Verb
  • Scope out other potential suppliers before any trouble arises and share this information with interested buyers to put their mind at ease.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • To be clear, Alexander-Arnold does still have the license to drift inside when the opportunity arises under Slot.
    Mark Carey, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of arises
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  • During his journey, meanwhile, Ellen begins to suffer, possessed with Orlok’s presence.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This second release in the Elements series focuses on where the magic truly begins—the fermentation—dialing up the fermenting period to nearly five full days, twice its normal length.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of begins
Verb
  • Reporting Deadline Which brings us back to the role of the individual.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That brings her and partner Curtis (Gershwyn Eustache) into conflict with the wealthy and powerful ruling family of Kingston, with a possible connection to the London case that led to Millie's ouster from the Yard.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of brings
Verb
  • Behavior Shapes Culture—From the Top Down Creating a culture of courage starts with behavior.
    ByMargie Warrell, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The Pink Qatari Clay Heritage Ritual is an indulgent 90 minutes, and starts with a body exfoliation with a scrub made from aromatic resins, Epsom salts and frankincense.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of starts
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  • The company also produces and tours a range of shows throughout Spain.
    Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Studio Lambert produces the series for BBC in co-production with Tubi and ZDFneo.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of produces
Verb
  • In a town that does things by the book, Urban is intent on trying new things, tinkering around with formula.
    Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Society establishes a tax that if AI does the right thing, it is taxed lightly.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of does
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