1
as in production
the act or instance of producing something
Our economy relies on the generation of new ideas. The organization has turned its focus toward the generation of solar energy.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in variety
a group or class of things that are developed from an earlier type
The automaker is set to release the newest generation of electric vehicles.
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in year
the length of time between the birth of parents and the birth of their children
She has been at the job for a generation, and is seen as a motherly figure to her younger coworkers.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of generation
As was reaffirmed in court this morning, birthright citizenship is a foundational American principle that has strengthened our communities, our families, and our whole country for generations.
—
Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
For families like my own, who have made a living from farming work for generations, food is a ritual.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
The Pub is the last vestige of a previous era, and a thread for multiple generations.
—Mac Engel
may 15, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Since Netflix has it again, there's another resurgence of a different generation [watching Lost].
—EW.com, 15 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for generation
Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
For families like my own, who have made a living from farming work for generations, food is a ritual.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
The Pub is the last vestige of a previous era, and a thread for multiple generations.
—Mac Engel
may 15, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Since Netflix has it again, there's another resurgence of a different generation [watching Lost].
—EW.com, 15 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for generation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generation
Noun
-
The upside to shooting in Ireland versus other places including Georgia is that a feature production doesn’t have to fight to obtain the credit after the picture is locked.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
-
This would all happen even if the Reconciliation bill increases U.S. oil and gas production and fossil fuel prices decline.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Noun
-
Its adaptable, low-profile design fits into a variety of spaces without the bulk of traditional units.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
-
The product will come in at least five varieties – milk, dark, white, caramel and assorted – and will hit shelves in September.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
For instance, many of us who work in fashion predicted that Western attire would trend all year long.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 May 2025
-
Parolin's probability of becoming the next pope based on online bets has risen as high as 40% in recent days, but the most probable cardinal wasn't the one selected a dozen years ago.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
When tested against other AI systems for 3D creation, LegoGPT stands out through its focus on structural integrity.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 May 2025
-
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
One relic from this era is the Beverly Hot Springs, an artesian well once used by Native Americans that was rediscovered in 1910 when Richard S. Grant purchased the land as a wheat field.—
Courtney Wittich,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
-
In an era where Trump’s rhetoric has inadvertently fueled nationalist fervor abroad, American companies in China face shrinking commercial advantage and rising political risk.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
13 May 2025
Noun
-
Despite all the headlines, Tate says developments are still going to come out of the ground — including his own.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2025
-
Since the mid-2000s, Abu Dhabi has been actively pursuing new economic opportunities, with major efforts accelerating in the 2006–2008 period under its strategic Economic Vision 2030 plan, when Yas Island development began.—
Trevor Laurence Jockims,
CNBC,
11 May 2025
Noun
-
People in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell their health care provider.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
-
There are also three group categories for dance, musical instrument/bands, and vocal groups.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025
Noun
-
The center got the rebound past Woll to give the Panthers an insurance goal 7:18 into the second period.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
19 May 2025
-
The period in either case would be forty-plus mid-century years.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generation. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share