GENERAL-PURPOSE Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

general-purpose

adjective

ˈjen-rəl-ˈpər-pəs

Definition of general-purpose

as in unlimited

not limited or specialized in application or purpose a general-purpose glue for routine household repairs

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Recent Examples of general-purpose But these are specialized tools tested in research studies — not the general-purpose chatbots like ChatGPT that most teens actually use. — Megan Kelly, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026 The company emphasized that general-purpose AI tools are only as good as the data behind them. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 12 Aug. 2026 Models that kill bugs are often similar to general-purpose vacuums and offer very powerful suction. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Additionally, Caltrans has temporarily closed one of the two general-purpose lanes near the Ventana Entrance to Nepenthe due to bridge work, which in the evacuation zone. — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for general-purpose

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Adjective

The account includes 16GB of NVMe SSD storage and unlimited bandwidth.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026
But with no enforceable salary cap and unlimited player movement, every year can be wildly different.

— Chris Vannini, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of unlimited

Adjective

Diaper qualities and features Some general diaper selection factors to consider are cost, softness, absorbency, fit, fragrance, ingredients and environmental friendliness.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
His agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, wisely held off on engaging in serious negotiations with the Ducks and general manager Pat Verbeek throughout the year while recognizing the uncertainty of an evolving NHL marketplace fueled by a surging salary cap.

— Chris Johnston, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of general

Adjective

Most people on electronic monitoring regardless of the charge are permitted periods of unrestricted movement during which their location is not actively monitored.

— Eileen Burke, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Joining the Emerging Filmmaker Awards, which include Someone to Watch, Truer Than Fiction, and Producers Award, the winning digital creator will receive a $25,000 unrestricted grant.

— Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 18 Aug. 2026

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