general

• Qui concerne l'ensemble ou la plupart des cas, sans être spécifique ou particulier ; répandu, commun ou large dans son application.

Describes something that is broad, widespread, or not specific; relating to the whole or main part.

1. Widespread or commonA2formal

   Affecting or concerning most people or things; not specific or limited.

   Général, répandu

   • The general opinion is that the policy is fair.
   • There is a general feeling of excitement about the event.
   • General knowledge is important for everyday life.

   Synonymesbroadcommonextensivepervasivepopularprevalentuniversalwidespread

   Antonymesindividuallimitedlocalnarrowparticularrestrictedspecialspecific

2. Not detailed or specificB1formal

   Involving only the main features or elements, not specific details.

   général (non détaillé)

   • She gave a general description of the suspect.
   • The report provides a general overview of the situation.
   • I only have a general idea of what happened.

   Synonymesapproximateblanketbroadgenericimpreciselooseoverallroughsweepingunspecificvague

   Antonymesdetailedexactparticularprecisespecific

3. Overall or totalB1formal

   Relating to the whole of something, rather than its parts.

   général (dans son ensemble)

   • The general condition of the patient is improving.
   • The general trend shows an increase in sales.
   • The general public is invited to attend the meeting.

   Synonymescomprehensiveglobaloveralltotalwhole

   Antonymesindividualpartialparticularspecific

• Nom désignant un officier militaire de haut rang, généralement dans l'armée de terre ou l'aviation, qui commande une grande unité de soldats ou une division.

A noun referring to a high-ranking military officer, the head of a religious order, or a broad fact or principle applicable to a whole group rather than specific instances.

1. Military rankB1formal

   A high-ranking officer in the army, air force, or marines, typically commanding a division or larger unit.

   général (grade militaire)

   • The general ordered the troops to advance.
   • She was promoted to general after years of service.
   • The general addressed the soldiers before the battle.

2. General publicB2formal

   Used in phrases like 'the general' to refer to the majority of people or the public at large.

   le grand public

   • The general is not aware of the details of the plan.
   • This policy affects the general more than the experts.
   • The general tends to prefer simple solutions.

   Synonymescitizenrycommunitypeoplepopulacepublic