English dictionary
general
/'/dZ//E/n/@/r/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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applying to all or most members of a category or group
ExamplesThe general public.
General assistance.
A general rule.
In general terms.
Comprehensible to the general reader.
Antonyms specificSource: WordNet 3.0
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affecting the entire body
ExamplesA general anesthetic.
General symptoms.
Antonyms localSource: WordNet 3.0
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Relating to a genus or kind; pertaining to a whole class or order; as, a <i>general</i> law of animal or vegetable economy.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a general officer of the highest rank
Synonyms full generalSource: WordNet 3.0
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the head of a religious order or congregation
Synonyms superior generalSource: WordNet 3.0
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a fact about the whole (as opposed to particular)
ExamplesHe discussed the general but neglected the particular.
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The whole; the total; that which comprehends or relates to all, or the chief part; -- opposed to <i>particular</i>.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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not specialized or limited to one class of things
ExamplesGeneral studies.
General knowledge.
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prevailing among and common to the general public
ExamplesThe general discontent.
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somewhat indefinite
ExamplesBearing a general resemblance to the original.
A general description of the merchandise.
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of worldwide scope or applicability
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verb
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command as a general
ExamplesWe are generaled by an incompetent!
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