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generalization

[jen-er-uh-luh-zey-shuhn] / ˌdʒɛn ər ə ləˈzeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
generality
Synonyms
STRONG
abstraction half-truth law observation principle universality
WEAK
abstract principle loose statement sweeping statement
Antonyms
WEAK
detail specific specificity
NOUN
induction
Synonyms
STRONG
conclusion conjecture judgment ratiocination rationalization reason
WEAK
deducement logical reasoning
Antonyms
WEAK
blackballing expulsion rejection
NOUN
law
Synonyms
STRONGEST
proposal regulation rule
STRONG
assumption axiom base canon cause criterion exigency formula foundation fundamental ground guide maxim origin postulate precept proposition reason source theorem truth usage
WEAK
principium
NOUN
reason
Synonyms
STRONGEST
logic reasoning sense
STRONG
acumen apprehension argumentation bounds brain brains comprehension deduction dialectics discernment induction inference intellect intellection judgment limits lucidity marbles mentality mind moderation propriety ratiocination rationalism rationality rationalization reasonableness saneness sanity senses sensibleness soundness speculation understanding wisdom wit
WEAK
sound mind
Antonyms
STRONG
body disbelief ignorance misinterpretation mistake misunderstanding physicality stupidity unsoundness
NOUN
reasoning
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acumen analysis argument hypothesis inference interpretation premise proposition rationale thinking
STRONG
case cogitation concluding corollary deduction dialectics exposition illation induction logistics proof ratiocination rationalizing reason syllogism thought
WEAK
apriority syllogization train of thought
Antonyms
STRONGEST
reality truth
WEAK
irrationality nonsense

Example Sentences

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To hazard a generalization, the archetypal American novel in the 20th century was a story of upward mobility, whereas the novel in Europe was one of decline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

There are tens of thousands of undocumented university students in higher education throughout the country, so you can’t make this kind of generalization as a justification for engaging in arrest.

From Slate • Sep. 15, 2025

But what Jones and Whewell showed was that, specifically related to agricultural land, Ricardo had crafted a huge generalization that didn't map onto the reality of the situation.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2025

"Our results provide important insights into the mechanisms involved in fear generalization," said Spitzer, a member of UC San Diego's Department of Neurobiology and Kavli Institute for Brain and Mind.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2024

Rhetoric deals with probabilities rather than certainties: with analogy and generalization.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith

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