General Synonyms

General is an adjective. Its synonyms include widespread, common, extensive, universal, wide, popular, public, mainstream, prevalent, and prevailing. Its antonyms are restricted and localized. Here are some additional synonyms for "general" with example sentences.

Another word for general

103 other ways to say general.

1. in the sense of universal
  • widespread
  • extensive
  • wide
  • public
  • prevalent
  • rife
  • well established
  • traditional
  • orthodox
  • in circulation
  • in vogue
  • overall
  • blanket
  • mass
  • complete
  • sweeping
  • broad
  • extended
  • all-inclusive
  • generic
  • encyclopedic
  • catholic
  • worldwide
  • nationwide
  • coast-to-coast
  • common
  • universal
  • popular
  • mainstream
  • prevailing
  • established
  • conventional
  • traditionalist
  • accepted
  • in force
  • comprehensive
  • across the board
  • umbrella
  • total
  • wholesale
  • panoramic
  • broad-ranging
  • inclusive
  • all-round
  • outright
  • indiscriminate
  • global
  • international
  • countrywide
  • company-wide
2. in the sense of mixed
  • miscellaneous
  • assorted
  • diversified
  • heterogeneous
  • mixed
  • variegated
  • composite
3. in the sense of usual
  • usual
  • habitual
  • normal
  • typical
  • regular
  • accepted
  • routine
  • fixed
  • established
  • everyday
  • common
  • well worn
  • popular
  • customary
  • traditional
  • conventional
  • standard
  • familiar
  • prevailing
  • run-of-the-mill
  • set
  • confirmed
  • ordinary
  • stock
  • time-honoured
  • favourite
4. in the sense of imprecise
  • broad
  • inexact
  • sweeping
  • loose
  • approximate
  • unspecific
  • hazy
  • woolly
  • indefinite
  • ballpark
  • imprecise
  • rough
  • overall
  • basic
  • non-specific
  • vague
  • fuzzy
  • ill-defined
  • unfocused
  • undetailed

General Sentences

In general, cats are independent.

She gave a general overview.

The general idea sounds good.

His general knowledge is impressive.

General Rhymes