In general
In general adverb - Without distinction of one from others.
Particularly and in general are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Particularly" instead an adverb phrase "In general".
Particularly
Particularly adverb - In the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others.
In general and particularly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "In general" instead an adverb "Particularly".
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- largely and in general
- largely and particularly
- greatly and in general
- greatly and particularly
- eminently and in general
- eminently and particularly
- primarily and in general
- primarily and particularly
- chiefly and in general
- chiefly and particularly
- mainly and in general
- mainly and particularly
- especially and in general
- especially and particularly
Both terms in one sentence
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Ferelden culture in general loves dogs in general and particularly the majestic Mabari Hound for their strength, courage, and intelligence (which is implied to be on the same level as humans).
Source: Heroes Love Dogs - Sealed Evil in a Can: In the sequel the Formorians in general and particularly Balor.
- With The L Word, the later seasons in general are often accused of this, but particularly the final season - which is so universally hated that some fans prefer to pretend it didn't happen.
Source: Seasonal Rot / Live-Action TV
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