Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
generic
Adjective
/dʒəˈnɛrɪk/
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class; not specific to any particular instance.
Examples
- Generic medications can be just as effective as their brand-name counterparts.
- In a generic sense, anyone can participate in the community activities.
Meaning
Generic refers to something that is general and not specific, often used to describe products or terms that are not branded or proprietary.
Synonyms
- general
- common
- non-specific
- unbranded
