generic — relating to a whole group or class; not specific or unique
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to a whole group or class; not specific or unique
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒəˈnerɪk/
Korean meaning: 일반적인, 포괄적인; 특정하지 않은
Korean pronunciation: 저**네**릭
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks all video games are generic violence simulators.
- The coffee shop's generic playlist made everyone feel like they were in an elevator.
- Generic brands often contain the same ingredients as name brands.
generic
ADJECTIVE//dʒəˈnerɪk//
relating to a whole group or class; not specific or unique
A shopper compares two generic cereal boxes in the store aisle
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Origin
From Latin 'genericus' meaning 'of a kind or genus,' derived from 'genus' meaning 'kind, type, or class.' The word entered English through French and scientific terminology.
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“My mom thinks all video games are generic violence simulators.”
“The coffee shop's generic playlist made everyone feel like they were in an elevator.”
“Generic brands often contain the same ingredients as name brands.”
“The doctor prescribed a generic alternative to save on costs.”
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