Meaning of the word generalization in English
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generalization
US /ˌdʒen.ə r.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdʒen.ə r.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases
Example:
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It's a broad generalization to say all politicians are corrupt.
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Avoid making quick generalizations based on limited data.
2.
the act or process of forming a general statement or concept
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The scientist's work involved the generalization of observed patterns into theories.
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The process of generalization is crucial in developing scientific principles.
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