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/ˈdʒɛn.ər.əl/

general

Main Example

The general opinion is that it will rain tomorrow.

The general opinion is that it will rain tomorrow.

Grammatical Info:

Adjective (adj.)

Relating to all or most people, things, or situations.

Other Example

The general consensus is that we should start early.

In general, people prefer summer over winter.

The general rule is to be polite to everyone.

general opinion

general idea

general rule

common

universal

overall

/ˈdʒɛn.ər.əl/

Main Example

A general idea can help guide the project.

Grammatical Info:

Determiner (det.)

Referring to a non-specific item or group.

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/ˈdʒɛn.ər.əl/

Main Example

The general gave a speech to the soldiers.

Grammatical Info:

Noun (n.)

A high-ranking officer in the army or military.

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