GENERALITY Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

generality

noun

ˌje-nə-ˈra-lə-tē

Definition of generality

as in stereotype

an idea or statement about all of the members of a group or all the instances of a situation the idea that all boys are naturally messy is a gross generality

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Relevance

as in weight

the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts an important but little-known Scottish inventor whose work was never appreciated by the generality of the public

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as in majority

the largest part or quantity of something the generality of that high school's students will go on to college

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Recent Examples of generality His enemies are named with both absolute specificity and absolute generality in close to every film. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026 If the intelligence layer can move between them, hardware no longer has to carry the entire burden of generality. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026 Farris' depictions – drawn in a loose, minimal style with a bright, colorful palette – offer generalities that seem relatable for those who have attended med school. — Tahneer Oksman, NPR, 23 July 2026 Naturally, Cashman spoke in generalities when answering some of those questions. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for generality

Recent Examples of Synonyms for generality

Noun

That Carmela mostly keeps her frustration in check, never punishing Julián for his innocent mischief, speaks to how the film challenges stereotypes around Latino households.

— Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026
In a 2023 article about the creation of CoachingHER, Tucker Center director Nicole LaVoi and former Nike social-impact executive Caitlin Morris also said workshops with girls and coaches helped shape the program's focus on gender stereotypes.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of stereotype

Noun

By combining aluminum’s low weight with a pre-applied coating, the company is targeting a way to make battery components easier to manufacture while meeting durability and insulation requirements.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
Bored with his beautiful wife and the weight of his lies, Edward longs for a way out, even as Richard continues to pine for Beatrice.

— Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of weight

Noun

As the ideas evolved, the story of Shaun being a mad scientist emerged as an early concept the team loved.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
Its Asaya wellness concept comes with a full-size swimming pool and offers various dining options from Masayoshi Takayama’s Tobi Masa to New York cult favorite Carbone’s first outpost in London.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of concept

Noun

Note the sequel to this Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman 1990s property is stateside driven, so expect a bulk of the gross to come from there.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2026
Costco generates a bulk of its operating income from membership fees, and this consistent revenue stream is reliable in a sector that has struggled given the cost pressures consumers are facing from inflation.

— Paulina Likos, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of bulk

Noun

This fall, New York museums are mounting an intriguing mix of shows that speak to notions of girlhood, nostalgia, and feminine self-expression across time, cultures, and creative disciplines.

— Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026
As Nora’s feelings for Thomas butt up against her wish for a full-time offer at Platen, her romanticized notions of the people and place come crashing down.

— Natalia Winkelman, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of notion

Noun

Related Stories That’s around four times the average budget of Spain’s core subsidy fund at the country‘s ICAA Film Board.

— John Hopewell, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
Waymo plans to operate in and around Charlotte’s uptown core and expand gradually over time, the company said.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 19 Sep. 2026