Generally

/ˈdʒɛnərəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a general manner; usually; most of the time.

Generally, people prefer to spend their weekends relaxing.

Without detail or exception; as a rule.

The event is generally attended by community members.

In a way that applies to most cases; typically.

The weather in this region is generally mild during the summer.

Taking everything into account; for the most part.

Generally speaking, the project has been a success overall.

Middle English, from Old French 'general', from Latin 'generalis' meaning 'of a kind' or 'general'.

generally accepted

widely recognized or agreed upon.

generally speaking

in general terms; usually.

generally regarded

thought of in a particular way by most people.

general

pertaining to a whole class or group; not specific.

generality

the quality of being general; the main idea or concept.

genesis

the origin or mode of formation of something.

In most cases or most of the time.

It's generally a bad idea to skip breakfast.