generative

adjective

Definition of generativenext
as in producing

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Recent Examples of generative Knowledge workers such as scientists, teachers, lawyers and business leaders are increasingly using generative artificial intelligence applications for tasks that demand imagination, creativity and problem-solving. — Monideepa Tarafdar, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026 As generative artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in schools, a new report is examining how the technology is reshaping relationships in the classroom. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026 With her clear sense of purpose and self-belief, Chase illuminates our own generative and creative capacities, inspiring and delighting in equal measure. — Ruth Negga, Time, 30 Sep. 2026 Minh Connors | Bloomberg | Getty Images Meta was late to the generative artificial intelligence race. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for generative
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generative
  1. producing
  2. fertile
  3. productive
  4. fecund
  5. fruitful
  6. bearing
  7. prolific
  8. yielding
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  • Eric Ollerenshaw produces the film, which was shot in the Midlands with Wolverhampton company New Lion Films co-producing, giving the project a regional footprint outside London.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Binge’s novel Dissolution is currently in development at Sony Pictures with Eric Heisserer adapting and Chronology and Temple Hill co-producing.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of producing
Adjective
  • By mid-2013, mass disillusionment with the Brotherhood provided fertile ground for a military comeback.
    — Abdelrahman ElGendy, Time, 6 Oct. 2026
  • As the book shows, into that incredibly fertile downtown atmosphere strode an artist determined to become himself.
    — Sean Wilentz, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of fertile
Adjective
  • The jail system should work toward ensuring inmates can become productive members of society.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Our public schools will always play an important role in preparing Maryland’s children for productive and fulfilling lives.
    — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of productive
Adjective
  • There is only one Picasso, but Basquiat had that kind of fecund imagination, that endlessly varied and prolific joy.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 June 2026
  • The negative space between gems becomes animal habitats for creatures drawn from the depths of a fecund imagination.
    — Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026
Definition of fecund
Adjective
  • September was a predictably fruitful month in the watch world.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Jenna Johnson has had a fruitful career as a Dancing With the Stars professional dancer.
    — McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of fruitful
Adjective
  • And the lichen also avoids non-bearing rocks like granite, sandstone, and quartzite, where its occurrence dropped to less than one percent.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of bearing
Adjective
  • Charismatic, handsome and crowned with a mop of curly dark-blond hair, Gortner springboarded from his appearance in the documentary to a prolific acting career that included roles in 15 feature films and more than 20 TV series.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The prolific creator behind such series as Nip/Tuck, American Horror Story, Pose and Love Story cited Glee‘s fans as the reason behind the possible revival.
    — Mariel Turner, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of prolific
Adjective
  • Secondly, as markets remain gripped by concerns around long-term public debt and fiscal sustainability globally, Gower acknowledged that higher bond yields remain a challenge for non-yielding assets like gold.
    — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026
  • These resources can be used to breed new varieties of crops that are higher yielding, more resilient to climate change, and more nutritious.
    — Anna Nelson, Foreign Affairs, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of yielding

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“Generative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generative. Accessed 11 Oct. 2026.

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