Definition of "generally" in English

adverb

1. Popularly or widely.

   • It is generally known that the Earth is round.

2. As a rule; usually; typically; in most cases.

   • I generally have a walk in the afternoon.

3. Without reference to specific details.

   • Generally speaking …

4. In the general case, without exception; in all cases.

   • It is generally true that the angles of a triangle sum to 180 degrees.

5. (obsolete) Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.