Meaning & Definition of Generally in English
English⟶
Generally
/ʤɛnərəli/
adverb
1. Usually
- As a rule
- "By and large it doesn't rain much here"
synonym:
- by and large,
- generally,
- more often than not,
- mostly
2. Without distinction of one from others
- "He is interested in snakes in general"
synonym:
- generally,
- in general,
- in the main
3. Without regard to specific details or exceptions
- "He interprets the law broadly"
synonym:
- broadly,
- loosely,
- broadly speaking,
- generally
Examples of using
Do you realize the fact that we, generally speaking, are drowning?
However, I think that before making the decision to arrange an international wedding, one should weigh the considerations for and against, and be prepared for the additional challenges that generally occur in the lives of the family members.
Laser printers are generally less expensive to maintain than ink jet printers