generation gap

American  

noun

1. a lack of communication between one generation and another, especially between young people and their parents, brought about by differences of tastes, values, outlook, etc.

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generation gap British  

noun

1. the years separating one generation from the generation that precedes or follows it, esp when regarded as representing the difference in outlook and the lack of understanding between them

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generation gap Cultural  

1. The differences in customs, attitudes, and beliefs between any two generations, but especially between youths and adults.

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generation gap Idioms  

1. A broad difference in values and attitudes between one generation and another, especially between parents and their children. For example, There's a real generation gap in their choice of music, restaurants, clothing—you name it. [1960s”

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Etymology

Origin of generation gap

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Rosie Campbell, professor of politics at King's College London, says the "gender generation gap is growing".

From BBC

Shields and writer Robin Bernheim pitched the generation gap tandem at the center of “You’re Killing Me” to AMC, and the actor remains deeply involved in the process as shooting begins.

From Los Angeles Times

It is something of a generation gap comedy.

From Los Angeles Times

Ms Longworth said she wanted to bridge the growing "generation gap" around social media.

From BBC

Are millennials all that different from their parents, or is this generation gap simply the disdain that the young always have for their elders?

From Los Angeles Times