generalize

verb

gen·er·al·ize | \ ˈjen-rə-ˌlīz

, ˈje-nə-\

generalized; generalizing

Definition of generalize

1 : to give a general form to

2a : to derive or induce (a general conception or principle) from particulars

b : to draw a general conclusion from

3 : to give general applicability to generalize a law also : to make indefinite

1 : to form generalizations also : to make vague or indefinite statements She's always generalizing about men.

2 : to spread or extend throughout the body