engender
[ɛnˈdʒɛn.də]
[ɛnˈdʒɛn.dɚ]
An engendered feeling or action comes from someone else, often because they were treated poorly. This can create lasting effects.
The word "engender" usually refers to situations where one person's behavior or treatment of another person sparks a strong emotional reaction, like anger, resentment, or even violence. For example, if a boss consistently yells at employees, it might engender fear and anxiety among the staff. Or, if a politician makes divisive comments, they can engender hatred towards certain groups. The word can also be used to describe physical effects, like when someone's injury is so severe that it engenders long-term health problems.
How common is "engender"?
Word engender is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in academic texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
verb
To beget (of a man); to bear or conceive (of a woman).
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