general

/ˈdʒɛnərəl/
noun
  1. A high-ranking officer in the army or air force.
    • The general ordered the troops to advance.
    • She was promoted to general after twenty years of service.
    • The general gave a speech to the soldiers before the battle.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Affecting or concerning most people or things; widespread.
    • There is a general feeling of excitement about the new park.
    • The general opinion is that the movie was entertaining.
    • A general election will be held next month.
  2. Not limited to one subject or area; broad or comprehensive.
    • The course covers general principles of physics.
    • He gave a general overview of the company's goals.
    • She has a general knowledge of world history.
  3. Involving only the main features and not details; approximate.
    • I have a general sense of where the restaurant is.
    • The report provided a general description of the plan.
    • Can you give me a general idea of the cost?
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