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gen·er·al·ized

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ADJECTIVE:

Biology Not specifically adapted to a particular environment or function; not specialized.
Generally prevalent: observed a state of generalized discontent.
Medicine
1. Involving an entire organ.
2. Spreading through or affecting the entire body; not localized: a generalized infection.

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