What does despecification mean?
Despecification means The act of generalizing, or making less specific..
Despecification
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
The act of generalizing, or making less specific..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of generalizing, or making less specific.
- (obsolete) discrimination
Example Sentences
[…] Brooten's despecification of the term "tribade" and her tendency to understand it as if it were a generic designation for a woman possessed of a lifelong homoerotic orientation.
Synonyms for despecification
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for despecification?
Common synonyms include generalization, universalization.
What is the opposite of despecification?
Possible antonyms include specialization.
How do you use despecification in a sentence?
[…] Brooten's despecification of the term "tribade" and her tendency to understand it as if it were a generic designation for a woman possessed of a lifelong homoerotic orientation.
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