generally

Definition

  • adverb: in a general way
  • adverb: in a 'general' manner
  • synonyms: collectively, commonly, comprehensively

Examples

  • Writers 'generally' oppose censorship. = 'Generally' (speaking), writers oppose censorship.

  • This town is 'generally' regarded as a good place to raise kids.

  • It 'generally' takes about a month for the shipment to arrive.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) to my little sister's birthday party ? - lf it's all right. - Well, yeah, l'm sure it's all right. My friend Max is cooking, and he is generally acknowledged to be the worst cook in the world. But, um, you know, you could hide the food in your handbag or something. - Okay. - Okay. (..)
    1999 Notting Hill