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Generational: meaning, definitions and examples

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generational

 

[ หŒdส’ษ›nษ™หˆreษชสƒษ™nl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

relating to generations

Generational refers to characteristics, events, or phenomena that occur in a specific generation of people. It often highlights the differences or issues that distinguish one generation from another. These distinctions can be related to culture, technology, or societal norms. Understanding generational dynamics is essential for addressing social change and communication across age groups.

Synonyms

age-related, generationally-connected, intergenerational

Examples of usage

  • Generational gaps often lead to misunderstandings.
  • The generational shift in technology use is notable.
  • Generational wealth can influence social status.

Translations

Translations of the word "generational" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น geracional

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เคขเคผเฅ€เค—เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช generational

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ generasional

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะตะฝะตั€ะฐั†ั–ะนะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pokolenia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ–ไปฃใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gรฉnรฉrationnel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ generacional

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nesil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ๋Œ€์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ generational

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ generational

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ–ไปฃ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ generacijski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kynslรณรฐar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพะบะพะปะตะฝะดั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒแƒšแƒแƒ“ แƒ—แƒแƒแƒ‘แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nษ™sil

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ generacional

Etymology

The term 'generational' is derived from the root word 'generation,' which stems from the Latin word 'generatio,' signifying 'a producing' or 'a birth.' The concept of generations as a way to define groups of people born around the same time dates back to the early 20th century, gaining prominence in sociology and demographics. Generational studies have been influential in understanding social dynamics, particularly as societies change due to factors like technology, economy, and culture. The use of the term 'generational' has evolved to encompass various contexts, including discussions about generational divides, generational trauma, and generational wealth. This evolution illustrates the significant impact that temporal categorization has on identity and social interaction.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,709, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.