overgeneralizing

[US]/[ˌəʊvəˈdʒenərəlaɪzɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˌoʊvərˈdʒenərəlˌaɪzɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To draw a conclusion that is too broad or general; to make an overgeneralization.
v. (also overgeneralize)To apply a general rule or principle to a specific situation where it does not apply.
n.The act of overgeneralizing.

Phrases & Collocations

overgeneralizing children

avoid overgeneralizing

overgeneralizing assumptions

stop overgeneralizing

overgeneralizing behavior

overgeneralizing rule

overgeneralized data

overgeneralizing pattern

overgeneralizing tendency

overgeneralizing now

Example Sentences

he's overgeneralizing about millennials; not all of them are glued to their phones.

don't overgeneralize; every city has its own unique charm.

she was overgeneralizing when she said all politicians are corrupt.

it's easy to fall into the trap of overgeneralizing based on limited experience.

the study cautioned against overgeneralizing the findings to other populations.

overgeneralizing can lead to inaccurate conclusions and unfair judgments.

we need to avoid overgeneralizing about different cultures and their values.

the manager's tendency to overgeneralize frustrated the team members.

it's important to be specific and avoid overgeneralizing when giving feedback.

overgeneralizing from one negative experience can create lasting biases.

the report warned against overgeneralizing the impact of the new policy.

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