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generalize

//ˈdʒenrəlaɪz//
English Definition
To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.
中文释义
概括;归纳;泛泛而论
Example Sentence

To generalize from a single case study would be misleading, as the observed pattern may not hold across different populations.

从单一案例研究进行概括会具有误导性,因为观察到的模式可能不适用于不同人群。

Synonyms
extrapolate infer broaden
Antonyms
specify particularize
Seen in practice — from the Digital SAT question bank

A subsequent study by psychologist Adam Kessler replicated Silva's design with a different group of 150 remote workers and found the walking-break group did not show a productivity advantage, though they did report lower stress, suggesting the original effect may not generalize to all worker populations.

From a Cross-Text Connections question · Craft and Structure

A subsequent study by psychologist Diego Fuentes replicated Hassan's design with a different group of 180 students and found no advantage for same-room studiers, though those students did report feeling calmer during the exam, suggesting the original effect may not generalize to all student populations.

From a Cross-Text Connections question · Craft and Structure

A subsequent study by psychologist Connor Reilly replicated Zaidi's design with a different group of 160 workers and found no focus advantage for outdoor walkers, though they did report improved mood, suggesting the original focus effect may not generalize to all worker populations.

From a Cross-Text Connections question · Craft and Structure

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
general(总体的) + -ize → 化为一般规律 → 概括、归纳。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “generalize”?

  1. A Become worse
  2. B To provide someone with a reason to do something
  3. C Replace; take over; displace
  4. D To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.
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D — To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.. “generalize” means To form a broad conclusion from specific cases..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.”?

  1. A motivate
  2. B generalize
  3. C deteriorate
  4. D supersede
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B — generalize. “generalize” means To form a broad conclusion from specific cases..

Common questions about “generalize”

What does “generalize” mean?

generalize — To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.. In Chinese: 概括;归纳;泛泛而论.

How do you pronounce “generalize”?

generalize is pronounced //ˈdʒenrəlaɪz//.

How is “generalize” used in a sentence?

To generalize from a single case study would be misleading, as the observed pattern may not hold across different populations. (从单一案例研究进行概括会具有误导性,因为观察到的模式可能不适用于不同人群。)

What are synonyms for “generalize”?

extrapolate, infer, broaden — all close in meaning to generalize (To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.).

What is the opposite of “generalize”?

specify, particularize — each the opposite of generalize (To form a broad conclusion from specific cases.).

Is “generalize” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. generalize is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “generalize”?

general(总体的) + -ize → 化为一般规律 → 概括、归纳。

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