generally

adverb

gen·​er·​al·​ly ˈjen-rə-lē 

ˈje-nə-, 

ˈje-nər-lē

: in a general manner: such as

a

: in disregard of specific instances and with regard to an overall picture

generally speaking

b

: as a rule : usually

Synonyms of generally

• usually
• normally
• typically

Examples of generally in a Sentence

He talked generally about his plans.

I had a generally good day.

It generally takes about a month for the shipment to arrive.

When stocks are up, bonds are generally down.

This town is generally regarded as a good place to raise kids.

Recent Examples on the Web

Storms will persist for a time overnight, generally tracking southeast. —Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 17 June 2026

Ivermectin is approved by the FDA as a generally safe drug for treating parasitic diseases in humans. —ABC News, 17 June 2026

State law generally requires an initial medical exam within 14 days of the crash to stay eligible for no-fault coverage. —Miami Herald, 17 June 2026

Mid-tier engagements, common for executives and growth-stage brands, generally run $5,000 to $10,000 per month and may include active suppression, content development, AI reputation management, and press placement. —Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing generally

• generally speaking

Kids Definition

generally

adverb

gen·​er·​al·​ly ˈjen-(ə-)rə-lē 

ˈjen-ər-lē

1

: for the most part

generally speaking

2

: as a rule : usually