[verb] [T] [formal or specialized] - to cause to exist, or to produceHer latest film has generated a lot of interest/excitement.I'm afraid I can't generate much enthusiasm for the idea.There has been a lot of publicity/controversy generated by this event.The new development will generate 1500 new jobs.These measures will increase the club's ability to generate revenue/income.The wind farm may be able to generate enough electricity/power for 2000 homes.The equipment generates a signal.
GENERATE
Meaning of GENERATE in English
Cambridge English vocab. Кембриджский английский словарь. 2012