generalism
- noun
- /ˈdʒɛnəˌrəlɪzəm/
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generalización
- Academic discussions often suffer from generalism when they avoid specific examples.
Examples
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Her argument relied too much on generalism instead of detailed analysis.
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The report was criticized for its generalism and lack of concrete evidence.
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The concept of generalism can be applied in many fields.
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Some people prefer generalism over specialization.
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The report was criticized for its generalism and lack of concrete evidence.
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Academic discussions often suffer from generalism when they avoid specific examples.
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Her argument relied too much on generalism instead of detailed analysis.
Synonyms
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5.3
A statement that applies to many people or situations
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6.5
A broad statement that does not give specific details
A lack of specific details that make meaning clear
A general way of dealing with something that ignores small details
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Etymology
The word generalism comes from general ('not limited' or 'for many kinds') and the ending -ism ('a practice or belief'). It can also describe a habit of using broad statements instead of details, so generalism means speaking or writing in non-specific, wide terms.