1
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in majority
the largest part or quantity of something
the generality of that high school's students will go on to college
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of generality
Trafficking in generalities rarely leads to universal truth.
—
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
As artists were increasingly shifting their attention from generalities to specifics, Bertillon’s heirs were learning to see like artists.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Meanwhile, the desiderata and preconditions mentioned in the UN memo range from glittering generalities about political inclusiveness and human rights to the procedural specifics of setting up the constitution-making process.
—Dawn Brancati, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2011
Trump speaks only in generalities about his intentions.
—John Riley, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for generality
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
As artists were increasingly shifting their attention from generalities to specifics, Bertillon’s heirs were learning to see like artists.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Meanwhile, the desiderata and preconditions mentioned in the UN memo range from glittering generalities about political inclusiveness and human rights to the procedural specifics of setting up the constitution-making process.
—Dawn Brancati, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2011
Trump speaks only in generalities about his intentions.
—John Riley, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for generality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generality
Noun
-
The most effective messages were those that highlighted personal responsibility and safety concerns more than those based on legal risks; and realistic, positive, and diverse messaging that avoided exaggerated stereotypes.—
Tanya Mohn,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
-
His strength and determination in the face of adversity challenges stereotypes and serves as an inspiration to people from all walks of life.—
Alan Taylor,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Florida persevered despite losing starting sophomore power forward Alex Condon, who limped off the floor without putting any weight on his right ankle with 12:16 left in the first half.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Mar. 2025
-
According to the Adirondack Council, hummingbirds consume about half their body weight in bugs and nectar everyday.—
Abby Fribush,
Southern Living,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Today those accounts, which represent the vast majority of their liquid assets, have between $800,000 and $2.3 million in them according to Schumer’s disclosures, which only require ranges of asset values.—
Kyle Khan-Mullins,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
-
Authorities in Gaza do not distinguish between civilians and Hamas fighters when reporting casualty figures, but the health ministry and the United Nations say the majority of deaths are women and children.—
Nadeen Ebrahim and Ibrahim Dahman,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The concept of personalized treatment plans for pets mirrors a trend in the human medical field, where topics like personalized wellness and healthy aging are increasingly popular.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
29 Mar. 2025
-
Following in this line of thought, the current state of the culture wars is evidently a reaction to hegemony that progressive concepts achieved, particularly in the immediately preceding period.—
Agustino Fontevecchia,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Israeli forces have rescued eight living hostages and recovered the bodies of dozens more.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2025
-
Success Stories Beyond Prestige A growing body of research suggests institutional prestige correlates poorly with later career satisfaction and success.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Customers can order cookies in bulk, up to a 50 pack.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Mar. 2025
-
To grow, Netflix needed to establish relationships with studios that could sell them their discs in bulk and on better terms.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Thomas’ favorite parts about leading tours are meeting different kinds of people and watching anyone with a negative or preconceived notion about certain parts of Chicago change their opinion over the course of a tour.—
Shanzeh Ahmad,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2025
-
One of these absolutes is that idea that having walkable cities or towns means no cars, fewer cars, extra taxes or tolls on cars—basically any notion that feels like a punishment to car drivers.—
Megha Satyanarayana,
Scientific American,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Remember: at its core, innovation is about seeing a problem and solving it with a better process, product, or way of doing business.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
-
Of course, as any grandmother will tell you, those things are important, too, but the core of hospitality is creating a sense of comfort where visitors (and family) feel truly at ease.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Generality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generality. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share