Generalize: meaning, definitions and examples

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generalize

 

[ ˈdʒɛnərəˌlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to simplify

To make a general or broad statement by inferring from specific cases. To draw a general conclusion from particular facts or instances. To make generalizations based on observations or experiences.

Synonyms

conclude, extrapolate, infer

Examples of usage

  • It's not accurate to generalize about all teenagers based on one person's behavior.
  • She tends to generalize about people she doesn't know well.

Translations

Translations of the word "generalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 generalizar

🇮🇳 सामान्यीकृत करना

🇩🇪 verallgemeinern

🇮🇩 menggeneralisasi

🇺🇦 узагальнювати

🇵🇱 uogólniać

🇯🇵 一般化する

🇫🇷 généraliser

🇪🇸 generalizar

🇹🇷 genellemek

🇰🇷 일반화하다

🇸🇦 تعميم

🇨🇿 zevšeobecňovat

🇸🇰 zovšeobecňovať

🇨🇳 概括

🇸🇮 posploševati

🇮🇸 alhæfa

🇰🇿 жалпылау

🇬🇪 გადმოცემა

🇦🇿 ümumiləşdirmək

🇲🇽 generalizar

Word origin

The word 'generalize' originated from the Latin word 'generalis', which means 'pertaining to a whole class'. The term first appeared in English in the 17th century. Initially used in the field of philosophy, 'generalize' gained popularity in various academic disciplines for its ability to draw broad conclusions from specific data.

See also: generality, generalization, generally.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,869, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.