Generalize

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛn.ər.əˌlaɪz/ Explain

To generalize is to take specific results and apply them to a larger class of objects. A generalization is the result of generalizing. The phrase 'in general' is used to state a generalization of the case.

References

1. McAdams, David E.. All Math Words Dictionary, generalize. 2nd Classroom edition 20150108-4799968. pg 84. Life is a Story Problem LLC. January 8, 2015. Buy the book

Cite this article as:

McAdams, David E. Generalize. 12/21/2018. All Math Words Encyclopedia. Life is a Story Problem LLC. http://www.allmathwords.org/en/g/generalize.html.

Revision History

12/21/2018: Reviewed and corrected IPA pronunication. (McAdams, David E.)
7/10/2018: Removed broken links, updated license, implemented new markup, implemented new Geogebra protocol. (McAdams, David E.)
6/7/2008: Corrected spelling. (McAdams, David E.)
7/14/2007: Initial version. (McAdams, David E.)