generalizations

The word “generalizations” has 6 syllables: gen-er-al-i-za-tions

It's pronounced as /ˌdʒɛnərəlaɪˈzeɪʃənz/


What is synonym and antonym for generalizations?

In the thesaurus, “generalizations” has 20 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for generalizations along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for generalizations

  • adages
  • bromides
  • cliches
  • commonplaces
  • conceptions
  • concepts
  • generalities
  • hypotheses
  • notions
  • oversimplifications
  • platitudes
  • propositions
  • proverbs
  • saws
  • sayings
  • simplifications
  • simplisms
  • stereotypes
  • theories
  • truisms

Meanings of generalizations

  • noun
    1. The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.
    2. Inductive reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.
    3. An oversimplified or exaggerated conception, opinion, or image of the members of a group.
    4. A proof, axiom, problem, or definition which includes another's cases, and also some additional cases.

Example Sentences

  • Broad generalizations can often lead to harmful stereotypes.
  • The article made several inaccurate generalizations about cultural practices.
  • Teachers should avoid making generalizations about students based on their backgrounds.
  • Scientific conclusions should be based on data, not on generalizations.
  • His speech was filled with vague generalizations rather than concrete facts.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms or another words to generalizations, such as: adages, bromides, cliches, commonplaces, conceptions, concepts, generalities.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

banalities

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  • bromides
  • chestnuts
  • cliches
  • commonplaces
  • conventional wisdoms
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  • platitudes
  • proverbs
  • routines
  • saws
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  • shibboleths
  • simplifications
  • stereotypes
  • tropes
  • truisms

generalities

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  • universality
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