1. affecting or concerning all or most people, places, or things; widespread
2. not detailed or specific; broad or approximate
3. usual or normal; typical

1. a high-ranking military officer

Examples

• The general public was invited to attend the ceremony.
• She gave a general overview of the project without going into details.
• In general, students perform better when they get enough sleep.
• The general opinion is that the new policy will be helpful.
• General Smith commanded the troops during the battle.
• The general rule is to arrive fifteen minutes early.
• He made some general comments about the weather.