generic
/dʒəˈnerɪk/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5860 in the learning path
通用的；非特定的
Definitions
adj. Relating to a whole group rather than one particular example.
通用的；非特定的
adj. Sold without a brand name or no longer protected by patent.
无品牌的；非专利的
Example
The website sent me a generic reply about delivery.
网站就配送问题给我发了一封千篇一律的回复。
Generic medicines can reduce healthcare costs while providing the same active ingredients as their branded equivalents.
仿制药可以降低医疗费用，同时提供与对应品牌药相同的活性成分。
Collocations
- generic term
- generic advice
- generic medicine
- generic version
Word family
- generically (adv.)
Synonyms
- general
- non-specific
Antonyms
- specific
Usage tip
generic强调非特定；generic medicine通常指仿制药。
FAQ
- What does generic mean?
- Relating to a whole group rather than one particular example. Sold without a brand name or no longer protected by patent.
- How is generic pronounced?
- UK /dʒəˈnerɪk/, US /dʒəˈnerɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
