Generative Search

Definitions

1. A search experience in which AI generates synthesized answers or summaries based on retrieved sources instead of only returning ranked links. Generative search often combines retrieval, ranking, and generation in one flow.

   In plain English: Search that uses AI to generate an answer from retrieved information.

   Example: "The product switched to generative search for troubleshooting so users could get a direct explanation with citations instead of ten separate documentation links."

Related Terms

• AI Search
• Interleaved Generation
• LLM Completion
• Neural Search
• Non-Deterministic Output
• Overgeneration
• RAG Search
• Stop Sequence
• Structured Generation
• Token Generation
• Token Sampling