generational

American

[jen-uh-ray-shuhn-uhl] / ˌdʒɛn əˈreɪ ʃən əl /

adjective

characteristic of or belonging to a particular generation.
involving comparison or confrontation between members of different generations.
significant or influential for a particular generation.
relating to or involving biological reproduction.

Vocabulary lists containing generational

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But Kseniia does notice a generational difference in how they both communicate.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

“There is a kind of generational shift, or maybe an era-change shift, going on longer term,” John Challenger, CEO of career-services firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, said of the CEO changes at the three companies.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

It was a piece of personal history, perhaps one with generational memories.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

This suggests that generational experiences since the 2008-09 financial crisis have changed investor sentiment in ways that aren’t well understood.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

“It’s a generational contest this year,” Sarah says, pointing at the labels on the minarets.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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