ENGENDERS Synonyms: 138 Similar and Opposite Words

engenders

verb

present tense third-person singular of engender

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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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 engenders Embedded in their value is that the Padres are now the only game in town, literally, which engenders fan support. — Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 Audio podcasting has always thrived on a unique intimacy with its audience that engenders such trust. — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 Los Angeles is free from all that, since their recent postseason work engenders no expectations at all. — J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026 Being out in the world engenders those opportunities. — Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025 In my personal experience, no restaurant engenders more passion from its devoted diners. — Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026 Anonymity engenders bad behavior (as anyone who has encountered anonymous trolls on social media can readily attest). — Paul Rosenzweig, Washington Post, 9 Feb. 2026 If Gerwig or Netflix’s true concern were for the film to win Oscars, either party would have pushed to hold the line, or delay the film even further into a spot that more naturally engenders awards attention. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 1 May 2026 Vulnerability engenders a healing breakthrough with a partner as Mars and Chiron harmonize! — Usa Today, USA Today, 5 Dec. 2025

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This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.

— Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Aside from the peeling of the waterproof coating, the reflecting pool has been plagued by an algae bloom, a persistent problem due to Washington’s high heat during the summer and the pool’s shallow depth, which creates an ideal biological incubator.

— Philip Wang, Time, 6 July 2026

Definition of creates

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This shower, which originates from the debris of Comet 96P/Machholz, typically produces about 25 meteors per hour.

— Michael d'Estries, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
The studio Sanzigen was responsible for this part of production, reserved for when the film touched upon the ‘ethereal’ dimension from which Okon originates.

— Kambole Campbell, Variety, 23 June 2026

Definition of originates

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Following such a notable increase, a crucial inquiry arises regarding what could facilitate further advancement.

— Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
This common form of anxiety arises when dogs are left alone for an amount of time, often worrying that they will permanently be left behind.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026

Definition of arises

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In May, authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda declared outbreaks after lab tests detected the spread of Bundibugyo virus, which causes a type of Ebola disease.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 6 July 2026
The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.

— STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2026

Definition of causes

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The second moves to a restaurant for breakfast or lunch—and that’s where the real assessment begins.

— Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 3 July 2026
As attention begins to shift from rescue to reconstruction, the country’s engineering community is mobilizing to assess thousands of damaged structures.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

Definition of begins

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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.

— Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.

— Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of brings

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The conservative assault on child health starts with the anti-vaccine campaign and proceeds to cutbacks in nutrition assistance and narrowed access to healthcare.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Porro starts at right back, with Marcos Llorente dropping to the bench.

— Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026

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