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It is unfair to generalize about a whole group from one example.
What does Generalize mean?
Generalize means to make a broad idea from examples.
Dictionary definition
To make a broad statement, idea, or rule based on examples, patterns, or limited information.
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Generalize in a sentence
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Scientists generalize carefully after studying many results.
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Readers should check the evidence before they generalize from a story or article.
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What does generalize mean?
To generalize is to form a broad statement or rule from examples or patterns.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses generalize correctly?
This sentence warns against making a broad statement from only one example.
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Which word is a helpful contrast for generalize?
Specify means to give exact details, while generalize means to speak broadly.
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MeaningGeneralize means to make a broad idea from examples.
ExampleExample: It is unfair to generalize about a whole group from one example.
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- jen · er · uh · lyz
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- jen
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- lyz
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- Put a little extra energy on jen.
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Synonyms
Words like Generalize
summarize broadlyUseful when turning many details into a broad idea.
draw a broad conclusionUsed when making a larger idea from evidence.
make a general ruleA clear phrase that explains the meaning.
Antonyms
Opposite words
specifyMeans to name exact details instead of speaking broadly.
individualizeMeans to treat something as separate or unique.
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Base word
generalize
verb
generalizes
Present-tense form used with he, she, or it.
verb
generalized
Past-tense form.
noun
generalization
A broad statement or conclusion.
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