| Generalize 1. (v. t.) To apply a specific instance to include all cases; to apply universally, as a formula or rule. 2. (v. t.) To bring under a genus or under genera; to view in relation to a genus or to genera. 3. (v. t.) To derive or deduce (a general conception, or a general principle) from particulars. 4. (v. i.) To form into a genus; to view objects in their relations to a genus or class; to take general or comprehensive views. Thesaurus Entries analyze, apply reason, broaden, deal in generalities, deduce, ecumenicize, expand, extend, globalize, hypothesize, infer, intellectualize, logicalize, logicize, make a generalization, philosophize, provide a rationale, rationalize, reason, spread, syllogize, synthesize, theorize, universalize, use reason, widen |