generic

The word “generic” has 3 syllables: ge-ner-ic

It's pronounced as /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

What is synonym and antonym for generic?

In the thesaurus, “generic” has 33 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for generic along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for generic

across-the-board
aggregate
all-embracing
all-encompassing
blanket
broad
broad-brush
broad-gauge
broad-gauged
broadscale
collective
common
complete
comprehensive
extensive
full
general
global
inclusionary
inclusive
nonexclusive
overall
overarching
pervasive
planetary
plenary
sweeping
ubiquitous
universal
wholesale
wide
widespread
worldwide

Antonyms for generic

component
constituent
cross-sectional
divisional
exclusive
fragmentary
individual
local
localized
partial
particular
regional
sectional
specific

Meanings of generic

noun
1. A product sold under a generic name.
2. A wine that is a blend of several wines, or made from a blend of several grape varieties.
3. (grammar) A term that specifies neither male nor female.
adjective
1. Very comprehensive; pertaining or appropriate to large classes or groups as opposed to specific.
2. Lacking in precision, often in an evasive fashion; vague; imprecise.
3. (of a product or drug) Not having a brand name.
4. Of or relating to a taxonomic genus.
5. Relating to gender.
6. (grammar) Specifying neither masculine nor feminine; epicene.
7. (Of program code) Written so as to operate on any data type, the type required being passed as a parameter.
8. (of a point) Having coordinates that are algebraically independent over the base field.

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed a generic version of the medication to save costs.
His presentation was filled with generic statements and lacked originality.
They chose a generic brand of cereal that was cheaper than the name brand.
She gave a generic answer that didn’t really address the question.
The packaging was so generic that it was hard to tell what the product was.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to generic, such as: across-the-board, aggregate, all-embracing, all-encompassing, blanket, broad, broad-brush.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.