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generalize

verb
/ˈdʒenərəlaɪz/

Meaning

To make a broad statement by inferring from specific cases.

Example Sentences

It is wrong to generalize based on a few experiences.

Example Expressions

over-generalize

Synonyms

conclude, deduce, infer, universalize, extrapolate

Antonyms

specify, particularize, detail

Collocations

generalize from, generalize about, tend to generalize

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