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Generality

Verb / ˌdʒenɜ:ˈælʌti: / Another word for generality — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a statement or idea that is true for most people or situations, but not always true

Synonyms & similar words

generalization particularity generalisation abstraction concept generalization overview summary commonplace generality

Example sentences

  1. The generality of cats like to nap in the sun.
  2. It is a generality that eating vegetables is good for your health.
  3. The generality of students enjoy recess.
  4. A generality about the weather is that it can be unpredictable.
  5. The generality of people enjoy spending time with their friends.

Quotes

  • 'The generality of men are naturally apt to be swayed by fear rather than reverence, and to refrain from evil rather from the dread of punishment than from love of virtue.' - Aristotle
  • 'The generality of mankind is lazy.' - Thomas Paine
  • 'The generality of the world is composed of corporeal beings.' - John Locke

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