generally

On most occasions, or in most cases.

• I generally walk to work.
• She generally arrived before everyone else.
• Do these buses generally run on time?

Similar words: usually, normally, typically

Opposites: rarely

Common phrases: generally speaking, generally go, generally happens, generally takes

Looking at the main situation rather than every small detail or exception.

• Generally speaking, the plan looks good.
• We discussed the problem generally before examining individual cases.
• These rules are generally useful, although some exceptions exist.

Similar words: broadly, overall, in general

Opposites: specifically

Common phrases: generally speaking, talk generally, think generally

By most people, or across a large group or area.

• That fact is generally known.
• Her work is generally admired by other artists.
• This treatment is now generally available.

Similar words: widely, commonly

Common phrases: generally accepted, generally known, generally available