Engender

Verb

Definition: To cause or give rise to (a feeling, situation, or condition).

Synonyms: Produce, Generate, Induce

Antonyms: Suppress, Stifle

Examples:

His behavior engendered trust among his colleagues.
The political climate has engendered fear and unrest.

Mnemonics:

'Engender' can be thought of as 'generating' or 'producing' something.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'engendren', from Old French 'engendrer', from Latin 'ingenerare' (to beget).

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since the Middle English period with minimal changes in its meaning.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

None commonly used

Explanation:

'Engender' means to cause or give rise to, while 'endanger' means to put someone or something at risk or in danger. These two words have different meanings and should not be used interchangeably.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusion with 'endanger'

Explanation:

'Engender' means to cause or give rise to, while 'endanger' means to put someone or something at risk or in danger. These two words have different meanings and should not be used interchangeably.