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generic
adjective
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How to pronounce generic:

Definition of generic:

generic (adjective):
of a whole class, or group, or genus
applicable to an entire class or group.
relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class general

Synonyms for generic:

across-the-board
all-encompassing
blanket
broad
broad-brush
collective
common
comprehensive
extensive
general
global
inclusive
merchandise
overall
product
sweeping
universal
ware
wholesale
wide
widespread

Antonyms for generic:

abnormal
bigoted
conditional
discriminate
exclusive
extraordinary
illiberal
incomplete
incomprehensive
individual
infrequent
limited
narrow
narrow-minded
non-generic
parochial
partial
particular
piecemeal
precise
proprietary
rare
restricted
sectarian
seldom
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