generally

[jen-er-uh-lee]

adverb

1. usually; commonly; ordinarily.

   He generally comes home at noon.

   Antonyms: seldom

2. with respect to the larger part; for the most part.

   a generally accurate interpretation of the facts.

3. without reference to or disregarding particular persons, things, situations, etc., that may be an exception.

   generally speaking.

generally

/ ˈdʒɛnrəlɪ /

adverb

1. usually; as a rule

2. commonly or widely

3. without reference to specific details or facts; broadly

Word History and Origins

Origin of generally¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; general + -ly

Synonym Study

See often.

Example Sentences

Despite the confrontational tone of the marching chants, the vibe was generally positive.

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He said, generally, the office can investigate when attorney misconduct is brought to its attention, and that California law prohibits attorneys from making payments, or causing others to make payments, to solicit clients.

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“Although the posture of the case has changed, the parties’ legal arguments and relative harms generally have not.

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Maximum temperatures will generally reach the 70s in most of the area with the exception of Central Coast beaches, which will remain in the upper 60s, according to the Weather Service.

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At issue are laws in California, Hawaii and three other states that generally prohibit carrying guns on private or public property that is open to the public.

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