Generalized

/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.laɪzd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make something more general; to abstract or simplify by disregarding specific details.

The researchers generalized their results to a wider population.

To use a general principle or law to apply to specific instances.

We can’t generalize this conclusion to all similar situations.

adjective

Not specific; made or formulated in a broad or inclusive way.

The theory was too generalized to apply to specific cases.

Having the quality of being general rather than specific.

She provided a generalized summary of the findings without going into details.

Applicable to many situations or cases; broad-based.

The training program offered generalized skills that could be used in various jobs.

From general + -ized.

generalized anxiety:

Anxiety that is pervasive and not directed at a specific situation.

generalized social phobia:

A fear of social situations that affects a person's ability to function.

generalized statement:

A statement that is broad and lacks specific details.

to make broad assumptions.

Stop generalizing; it's not fair to judge everyone the same way.

oversimplification of a complex topic.

His generalized views on the matter missed the nuances.