Generalizeren
Example: Wetenschappers proberen vaak theorieën te generaliseren voor bredere toepassingen.
Definition
"Generalizeren" means to form a broad conclusion or principle from specific cases or observations, often applied in scientific contexts where researchers try to extend theories for wider use beyond the initial examples.
Etymology
The word "generalizeren" comes from the Dutch adaptation of the Latin 'generalis,' meaning 'pertaining to a whole or kind.' It entered Dutch through French influence, reflecting the idea of making something more general or universal. Did you know? The root 'general' relates closely to 'genus,' meaning 'kind' or 'type,' which is why "generalizeren" involves creating overarching concepts from particular instances.
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"Generalizeren" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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