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Synonyms for “Generalisation” — 15 Other Ways to Say It

(psychology) transfer of a response learned to one stimulus to a similar stimulus

Meaning of Generalisation

(psychology) transfer of a response learned to one stimulus to a similar stimulus

15 Synonyms for Generalisation — Words Similar to Generalisation

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deduction

/dɪˈdʌkʃən/
noun B2 Formal

Money subtracted from your salary or income, either as required deductions (taxes) or optional ones (insurance, donations).

Example: Common tax deductions include mortgage interest and charitable donations.

allegory

/ˈælɪɡərɪ/
noun C2 Formal

Symbolic narrative representation

Example: The allegory depicted the struggle between good and evil.

analysis

/əˈnæləsɪs/
noun B1 Formal

Examining something carefully by looking at its different parts to understand how it works or what it means.

Example: The teacher asked for a detailed analysis of the poem's themes.

spread

/spred/
verb A2

To cover a larger space or reach more places with something.

Example: She spread butter on her toast.

Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Generalisation

What is another word for "generalisation"?

Common synonyms for "generalisation" include: generalization, synthesis, extrapolation, specialization, deduction.

What can I say instead of "generalisation"?

Try one of these alternatives: generalization, synthesis, extrapolation, specialization, deduction. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.

When should I use "generalisation" instead of "generalization"?

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