generative
Americanadjective
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capable of producing or creating.
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pertaining to the production of offspring.
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Linguistics.
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of or relating to generative grammar.
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using rules to generate surface forms from underlying, abstract forms.
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adjective
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of or relating to the production of offspring, parts, etc
a generative cell
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capable of producing or originating
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of generative
1375–1425; late Middle English < Middle French generatif, Late Latin generātīvus. See generate, -ive
Example Sentences
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The research argues that generative AI has several characteristics that may make it especially effective at reinforcing distorted beliefs.
From Science Daily • May 11, 2026
This week brought a wave of corporate layoff announcements tied to generative artificial intelligence.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
But generative AI tools often make things up when responding to users, summarising or generating information, and errors can range from being hilarious to potentially harmful in nature.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
The outcome of the case could shape the future of OpenAI, the fast-rising generative AI giant now valued at over $850 billion and preparing for an IPO.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
These generative forces make themselves felt through the power of an idea long before their organizational forms can openly challenge the establishment.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
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