generalization

nounB2 · Upper-intermediate

A statement that is true for most but not all cases.

Meaning of «generalization»

noun

a statement that is true for most but not all cases

That generalization about small towns is often not correct.

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The difference between similar words

a too simple idea

stereotypea fixed simple idea about a type of personIt is a stereotype that all teenagers are lazy.

clichean idea or phrase used so much that it feels emptyThat sad ending is a cliche in many films.

generalizationa broad statement based on only a few casesSaying all dogs bite is a generalization.

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