Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
engender a feeling
verb phrase
/ɪnˈdʒɛndər ə ˈfiːlɪŋ/
Definition
To cause or give rise to a particular feeling or emotion.
Examples
- The movie was designed to engender a feeling of nostalgia among viewers.
- Her kindness seemed to engender a feeling of trust in everyone she met.
- Acts of bravery can engender a feeling of admiration in the audience.
Meaning
Engendering a feeling means to create or provoke an emotion in someone, often through actions, words, or situations.
Synonyms
- evoke a feeling
- create an emotion
- inspire a sentiment
