Gen — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun abbreviation /ˈjen/

Meaning & Definition of Gen

Gen (noun)

  1. generation —often used in combination
  2. information

Gen (abbreviation)

  1. general
  2. genitive
  3. genus
  4. Genesis

Gen (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a report of recent events or facts not previously known

    "as he has for decades, he gets most of his gen from the BBC over the wireless"

    similar: 411 (slang), advice(s), info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings, uncos (chiefly Scottish), word
    related: announcement, bulletin, communication, correspondence, dispatch, message, reportage, dope, lowdown, scoop, tidbit, tip, gossip, rumor, tale, tattle, feedback, disinformation, propaganda

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gen

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gen:

Slang: 411
Chiefly Scottish: uncos
advice(s), info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings, word

Related Words for Gen

announcement, bulletin, communication, correspondence, dispatch, message, reportage, dope, lowdown, scoop, tidbit, tip, gossip, rumor, tale, tattle, feedback, disinformation, propaganda

Word Forms of Gen

Inflections: gens

Origin & Etymology of Gen

by shortening

First known use: 1949

Words & Phrases Containing Gen

gen-, -gen, Gen AF, Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z

Frequently Asked Questions about Gen

What does "Gen" mean?

"Gen" means generation —often used in combination. As an a noun and an abbreviation, it is defined as: generation —often used in combination.

What is another word for "Gen"?

Other words for "Gen" include 411, advice(s), info, information, intelligence, item, news and story. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gen" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gen"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gen". Common alternatives include 411, advice(s), info, information, intelligence, item, news, story, tidings and uncos.

How do you use "Gen" in a sentence?

Examples of "Gen" in a sentence: "as he has for decades, he gets most of his gen from the BBC over the wireless".

Is "Gen" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Gen" can be used as a noun and an abbreviation, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Gen"?

"Gen" is pronounced /ˈjen/.

What is the origin of the word "Gen"?

"Gen" comes from by shortening. First known use: 1949.

What is another word for "Gen" meaning "a report of recent events or facts not previously known"?

When "Gen" (noun) means a report of recent events or facts not previously known, synonyms include 411, advice(s), info, information, intelligence and item.