generalization
noun/ˌdʒɛnərələˈzeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #10,495 most common English word
Meaning
a broad statement or idea made from specific cases, often oversimplifying.
Example sentence
The scientist warned that such generalization could lead to incorrect conclusions about the entire population.
Synonyms & related words
- overgeneralization
- stereotype
- assumption
- simplification
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