CEFR B2

generalization

noun

Meaning

A general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases.

Examples

The study's main generalization was that early childhood education improves long-term outcomes.
Avoid making broad generalizations about entire groups of people.

Synonyms: principle, conclusion, abstraction, inference

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generalization (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒenərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definition

A general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases.

Examples

The study's main generalization was that early childhood education improves long-term outcomes.
Avoid making broad generalizations about entire groups of people.
His theory is a useful generalization of earlier work in the field.

How to Use generalization

generalization about (prepositional phrase): A statement or concept applied to a group or category. — "His generalization about the effects of caffeine was based on limited research."
generalization from (prepositional phrase): A conclusion drawn from specific examples or data. — "The generalization from the survey results needs to be treated with caution."

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