generalization
//ˌdʒɛnərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən//
Noun
generalizationSingular
generalizationsPlural
1
A broad statement or idea that applies to a group of people or things, often without considering individual differences or exceptions.
It's a generalization to say that all teenagers are lazy.
2
The process of forming general concepts or principles by extracting common features from specific examples.
Generalization is an important skill in learning, as it allows us to apply knowledge from one situation to another.
3
The act of making something more widely applicable or extending its scope.
The generalization of this method allows it to be used in many different fields.