generalisation
noun C2
Plain meaning
a broad statement based on limited examples
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss a broad statement based on limited examples in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed generalisation during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that make a generalisation can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
make a generalisationsweeping generalisationavoid generalisations
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “make a generalisation”.