1. not specific or detailed; broad or general in nature
2. widespread or affecting many parts
Usage: often used in medical contexts
3. made more general or universal in application
Usage: technical

Examples

• The doctor made a generalized statement about healthy eating habits.
• She had a generalized fear of flying rather than specific concerns.
• The patient showed signs of generalized anxiety disorder.
• The infection had become generalized throughout his body.
• The theory was generalized to apply to all similar situations.
• His generalized knowledge of history helped him in the quiz.
• The rash appeared as a generalized reaction to the medication.