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GENERALIZATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Generalization.

Generalization - as a noun

Reasoning from detailed facts to general principles

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
generalisationinductioninductive reasoning

An idea or conclusion having general application

Example: "He spoke in broad generalities"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
generalisationgenerality
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ideathought
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The process of formulating general concepts by abstracting common properties of instances

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abstractiongeneralisation

(psychology) transfer of a response learned to one stimulus to a similar stimulus

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
generalisationstimulus generalisationstimulus generalization
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
carry-overtransfertransfer of training
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Making a generalization about an entire group based on the actions of a few individuals is unfair."
"The professor's statement was too much of a generalization and did not accurately reflect the complexities of the subject."
"It is important to avoid making sweeping generalizations about people from different cultures."
"She made a generalization that all politicians are corrupt."
"The study's findings were criticized for relying on generalizations rather than specific data."
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Word Game Points

Is GENERALIZATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, generalization is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GENERALIZATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is GENERALIZATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, generalization is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GENERALIZATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is GENERALIZATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, generalization is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GENERALIZATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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