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The correct spelling is generalization.

How to pronounce generalization

noun

Say it like: Jen-era-liz-ash-on

The correct spelling is generalization. The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties. For example: "A hypersphere is a generalization of a sphere across more than three dimensions."

Usage Examples

A hypersphere is a generalization of a sphere across more than three dimensions.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.
  2. 2.Inductive reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.
  3. 3.An oversimplified or exaggerated conception, opinion, or image of the members of a group.
  4. 4.A proof, axiom, problem, or definition which includes another's cases, and also some additional cases.

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