generally UK /ˈd͡ʒɛn.ɹə.li/US /ˈd͡ʒɛn.ɚ.li/ adverb5 •most of the time, though not alwaysI generally have a walk in the afternoon. •Popularly or widely.It is generally known that the Earth is round. •Without reference to specific details.Generally speaking … •In the general case, without exception; in all cases.It is generally true that the angles of a triangle sum to 180 degrees. •(no longer used) Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.I counsel that all Israel be generally gathered unto thee. — 1611 formsmost generally