generally

Definisjoner

1. adverb

   By most people or in most places.

   Eksempler

   • It is generally known that the Earth is round.
   • The new law was generally copied in other states.
   ≈commonly
2. adverb

   Usually or in most cases.

   Eksempler

   • I generally take a walk in the afternoon.
   • She generally gets up at six.
3. adverb

   Without going into details.

   Eksempler

   • Generally speaking, the plan worked well.
   • Generally speaking, most students passed the exam.
   ≈generically
4. adverb

   In nearly all cases.

   Eksempler

   • Generally, the rule applies to all workers.
   • The medicine is generally safe for adults.
   ≈always
5. adverb

   As a whole group.

   Eksempler

   • The public generally supports the new policy.
   • Reviewers generally praised the film.