Generalize and Overgeneralize

Generalize

Generalize verb - Draw from specific cases for more general cases.

Overgeneralize and generalize are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overgeneralize" instead a verb "Generalize".

Overgeneralize

Overgeneralize verb - Draw too general a conclusion.
Usage example: It is dangerous to overgeneralize
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Generalize and overgeneralize are semantically related. You can use "Generalize" instead a verb "Overgeneralize".
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