generally

Adverb

WordNet 3.0

Adverb (3)

  1. usually; as a rule“by and large it doesn't rain much here”Synonyms: by and largemore often than notmostly
  2. without distinction of one from others“he is interested in snakes in general”Synonyms: in generalin the main
  3. without regard to specific details or exceptions“he interprets the law broadly”Synonyms: broadlylooselybroadly speaking
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Generally \Gen"er*al*ly\, adv.

1.In general; commonly; extensively, though not universally; most frequently. [1913 Webster]

2.In a general way, or in general relation; in the main; upon the whole; comprehensively. [1913 Webster]

Generally speaking, they live very quietly.— Addison.[1913 Webster]

3.Collectively; as a whole; without omissions. [Obs.] [1913 Webster]

I counsel that all Israel be generally gathered unto thee.— 2 Sam. xvii. ll.[1913 Webster]
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