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What does gross generalization mean? |
A generalisation is an idea or statement which is can be applied universally. The word is usually used when specific examples are being used as a basis of a generalisation. A gross generalisation is an extreme case and use of the phrase is normally critical.
An example of a gross generalisation is "All Italians make good lovers". Some are but that doesn't mean they all are.
First answer by Plucas. Last edit by Plucas. Contributor trust: 109 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 0 [recommend question]
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