in general
Definition
- Adverb:
- Without distinction of one from others; as a whole; generally: This phrase is used to make a statement that applies to most cases or to the majority of a group, without focusing on specific exceptions.
- Usually; in most cases: It indicates what is typical or common.
Usage
- Position in a sentence: "In general" is typically placed at the beginning or the end of a statement. It can also be placed before the main verb or after the subject.
- Function: It modifies the entire clause or sentence to indicate that the statement is a broad generalization.
Examples
At the beginning of a sentence:
- In general, people are kind. (This statement applies to most people.)
- In general, the weather is warmer in summer. (This is a typical characteristic of summer.)
At the end of a sentence:
- People are kind, in general.
- I enjoy classical music, in general.
Before the main verb:
- Students in general prefer shorter assignments.
- Cats in general are independent animals.
Advanced Usage
- "As a general rule": A synonymous phrase often used to introduce a principle or common observation.
- As a general rule, it's best to arrive early for an interview.
- To qualify a statement: Used to acknowledge that the statement is not an absolute rule and there may be exceptions.
- In general, he's very punctual, but he was late today due to traffic.
Variants and Related Words
- Generally (adverb): In a general manner; usually. This is a single-word synonym.
- He generally takes the bus to work.
- Generalization (noun): A general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases.
- It's dangerous to make generalizations about entire populations.
Synonyms
- Usually: Under normal conditions; generally.
- Typically: In most cases; usually.
- On the whole: Taking everything into account.
- By and large: On the whole; everything considered.
Antonyms
- Specifically: In a detailed and exact way.
- Particularly: Especially; more than usually.
- Individually: One by one; singly.
Related Phrases
- In general terms: Speaking broadly without details.
- He explained the plan in general terms.
- The general public: Ordinary people, considered as a whole.
- This museum is open to the general public.
Adverb
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without distinction of one from others
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he is interested in snakes in general
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