Generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking

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adverb

Used to indicate that something is true or applies in most situations or circumstances.

Generally speaking, I don't like spicy food.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to indicate that something is true or applies in most situations or circumstances.

Often appears as...

  • generally speaking
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adverb

Used to describe a statement or action that is true or accurate in a wide or general sense, but may not be in every detail.

Broadly speaking, their research was successful.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to describe a statement or action that is true or accurate in a wide or general sense, but may not be in every detail.

Often appears as...

  • broadly speaking
  • we
adverb

Used to indicate an approximate amount or value.

Roughly speaking, the project will cost around $5000.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to indicate an approximate amount or value.

Often appears as...

  • roughly speaking
  • it's
adverb

Used to say something is somewhat true or accurate, but not entirely so.

Relatively speaking, the job was easy.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to say something is somewhat true or accurate, but not entirely so.

Often appears as...

  • relatively speaking
  • it's
adverb

Used to indicate that something is true or applies in most situations or circumstances.

Generally speaking, I don't like spicy food.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to indicate that something is true or applies in most situations or circumstances.

Often appears as...

  • generally speaking
  • it's
adverb

Used to describe a statement or action that is true or accurate in a wide or general sense, but may not be in every detail.

Broadly speaking, their research was successful.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to describe a statement or action that is true or accurate in a wide or general sense, but may not be in every detail.

Often appears as...

  • broadly speaking
  • we
adverb

Used to indicate an approximate amount or value.

Roughly speaking, the project will cost around $5000.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to indicate an approximate amount or value.

Often appears as...

  • roughly speaking
  • it's
adverb

Used to say something is somewhat true or accurate, but not entirely so.

Relatively speaking, the job was easy.
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking" - Used to say something is somewhat true or accurate, but not entirely so.

Often appears as...

  • relatively speaking
  • it's
Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "generally, broadly, roughly, relatively, etc. speaking"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Context Clues

Look for additional words in the sentence that support the generality being expressed.

Illustration for Context Clues
Generally speaking, fast food isn't healthy, especially when considering items like fries and burgers.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Cultural Nuance

Understand that 'generally speaking' may imply exceptions influenced by cultural or regional specifics.

Illustration for Cultural Nuance
Generally speaking, British people love tea, but that might not hold true for everyone.
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