generalize
/ˈd͡ʒɛn.(ə.)ɹə.laɪz/verb
Middle School
1
To speak in generalities, or in vague terms.
2
To infer or induce from specific cases to more general cases or principles.
3
To spread throughout the body and become systemic.
4
To derive or deduce (a general concept or principle) from particular facts.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing