generator

noun

ˈje-nə-ˌrā-tər How to pronounce generator (audio)
Definition of generatornext
as in creator
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor the French painter Paul Cézanne is considered to be one of the principal generators of modern art

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Recent Examples of generator The two-part procedure involves implanting thin electrodes into precise areas of the brain linked to Tourette symptoms, then connecting them under the skin to a pulse generator near the collarbone. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 3 July 2026 An integrated 2,800-W gasoline generator is available optionally and comes complete with an on/off switch in the driver's cab. — New Atlas, 3 July 2026 In 2006 a fire burned through Sealand’s generator room, requiring one person to be evacuated to England for medical aid. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026 Like Perseverance and Curiosity, the test rover is powered by a radioisotope thermoelectric generator (RTG), which converts heat from naturally decaying radioactive material into electricity. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for generator
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generator
  1. creator
  2. founder
  3. father
  4. inventor
  5. author
  6. maker
Noun
  • Both the primary and extension drive use the standard 1/4-inch hex specification, which, according to the creators, will cover over 95% of random everyday tasks – from bicycle maintenance to small home repairs and furniture assembly.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
  • News of the upcoming film comes four months after Tilly Norwood's creators released a music video featuring the AI creation appearing to sing a song addressing the public backlash to it.
    — Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of creator
Noun
  • Another room is dedicated to the founder of California’s mission system, Father Junípero Serra.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • Other guests in attendance include AMC Theatres CEO Adam Aron, Steven Spielberg, Bob Iger, Dana Walden, Universal Music Group chairman Lucian Grainge, Republic Records founders Monte and Avery Lipman and Swift’s longtime tour promoter Louie Messina.
    — Jack Dunn, Variety, 3 July 2026
Definition of founder
Noun
  • His passion for politics began at a young age and stemmed from his father who served in the Army and imparted values about duty and service.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026
  • He is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being wounded in the airstrike that killed his father.
    — Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of father
Noun
  • The series features intimate conversations with trailblazers like YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, USB inventor Ajay Bhatt, NBA star Jeremy Lin, television chef Martin Yan and many others, highlighting the impact of AAPIs in various sectors.
    — Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The inventor of basketball, James Naismith first brought the sport to Lawrence.
    — Emily Harter, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
Definition of inventor
Noun
  • Older students and professionals face an existential struggle to find a job, according to Yahya Alhamarna, a 24-year-old author displaced in Gaza City.
    — Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
  • Others, including author Jenny Han and singer Benson Boone, walked straight down the sidewalk in full wedding attire.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of author
Noun
  • From candy makers to bakers and wedding favor brands, people and companies around the world appear to be capitalizing on what could be the biggest wedding of the era.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • American makers relied on unfinished movements imported from England, much as English makers themselves depended on highly specialized cottage industries.
    — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 3 July 2026
Definition of maker

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“Generator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generator. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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