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Every one of my opponents, every one of my critics, will tell you that I am a generalist spread far too thin in an age when this is not done anymore, when responsible knowledge is specialized knowledge.
George Steiner

Meaning of "generalist" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF GENERALIST

generalist  [ˈdʒɛnərəlɪst] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF GENERALIST

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Generalist is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES GENERALIST MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of generalist in the English dictionary

The definition of generalist in the dictionary is a person who is knowledgeable in many fields of study.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH GENERALIST


agriculturalist
ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəlɪst
Antifederalist
ˌæntɪˈfɛdərəlɪst
Federalist
ˈfɛdərəlɪst
horticulturalist
ˌhɔːtɪˈkʌltʃərəlɪst
humoralist
ˈhjuːmərəlɪst
liberalist
ˈlɪbərəlɪst
literalist
ˈlɪtərəlɪst
mineralist
ˈmɪnərəlɪst
multiculturalist
ˌmʌltɪˈkʌltʃərəlɪst
multilateralist
ˌmʌltɪˈlætərəlɪst
muralist
ˈmjʊərəlɪst
pastoralist
ˈpɑːstərəlɪst
pluralist
ˈplʊərəlɪst
poststructuralist
ˌpəʊstˈstrʌktʃərəlɪst
ruralist
ˈrʊərəlɪst
structuralist
ˈstrʌktʃərəlɪst
supernaturalist
ˌsuːpəˈnætʃərəlɪst
trilateralist
traɪˈlætərəlɪst
unicameralist
ˌjuːnɪˈkæmərəlɪst
unilateralist
ˈjuːnɪˈlætərəlɪst

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE GENERALIST

general will
general-purpose
generalate
generalcy
generalia
generalisable
generalise
generaliser
generalism
generalissimo
generalities
generality
generalizable
generalization
generalize
generalized
generalized other
generalizer
generally
generalness

WORDS THAT END LIKE GENERALIST

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brutalist
capitalist
finalist
fundamentalist
hospitalist
idealist
journalist
mentalist
minimalist
nationalist
naturalist
Orientalist
photojournalist
realist
removalist
sensationalist
serialist
socialist
specialist
vocalist

Synonyms and antonyms of generalist in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «generalist» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF GENERALIST

Find out the translation of generalist to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of generalist from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «generalist» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

多面手
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

generalista
570 millions of speakers

English

generalist
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

generalist
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

اختصاصي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

универсалом
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

generalista
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সাধারণ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

généraliste
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Generalis
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Generalist
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ジェネラリスト
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

제너럴
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Generalist
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chung chung
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பொதுமைப்பட்ட
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

जनरलिस्ट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kültürlü kimse
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

generalista
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

ogólnym,
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

універсалом
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

generalist
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

γενικού
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

generiese
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

generalist
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

genera
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of generalist

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «GENERALIST»

The term «generalist» is quite widely used and occupies the 33.067 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «GENERALIST» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about generalist

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QUOTES WITH «GENERALIST»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word generalist.
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George Steiner
Every one of my opponents, every one of my critics, will tell you that I am a generalist spread far too thin in an age when this is not done anymore, when responsible knowledge is specialized knowledge.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «GENERALIST»

Discover the use of generalist in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to generalist and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Research Methods for Generalist Social Work
The updated text also reflects CSWE requirements for a global perspective. METHODS FOR GENERALIST SOCIAL WORK draws examples from the international social work literature and now includes an increased discussion of evidence-based practice.
Christine Marlow, 2010
2
Generalist Social Work Practice: Intervention Methods
Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Joseph Walsh, 2008
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Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series: Understanding Generalist ...
This edition emphasizes the interrelationship between the micro, mezzo, and macro levels of social work practice.
Karen Kirst-Ashman, Grafton Hull, Jr., 2011
4
Texas TExES Generalist EC-6 (191)
As an added bonus, a diagnostic exam is available online at www.rea.com/texes This book is a must for anyone seeking certification as an EC-6 teacher in Texas!
Luis A. Rosado, 2011
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Understanding Generalist Practice
This edition continues to emphasize the interrelationship between the micro, mezzo, and macro levels of social work practice; and it reflects the latest Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards with empowerment and strengths ...
Karen Kirst-Ashman, Grafton Hull, Jr., 2008
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Generalist Practice: A Task Centered Approach
In this carefully crafted volume, Michael Kort describes the wartime circumstances and thinking that form the context for the decision to use these weapons, surveys the major debates related to that decision, and provides a comprehensive ...
Eleanor Reardon Tolson, William James Reid, Charles D. Garvin, 2013
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Generalist Practice with Organizations and Communities
This chapter will □ Introduce the Generalist Intervention Model. □ Define generalist practice and explain each component of this definition, including professional knowledge, skills, and values. □ Stress the importance of client empowerment ...
Karen Kirst-Ashman, Grafton Hull, Jr., 2008
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Strengths-Based Generalist Practice: A Collaborative Approach
The text integrates empirical practice methods with a strengths-based approach to micro and macro generalist practice.
John Poulin, 2009
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Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series: Generalist Practice with ...
At the heart of the book are two original models, illustrated by a running case study-- Prepare (the assessment and planning phases of planned change) and Imagine (the implementation stage).
Karen Kirst-Ashman, Grafton Hull, Jr., 2011
10
Competency in Generalist Practice : A Guide to Theory and ...
This book is a concise but powerful tool for learning how to become an effective social work practitioner. *Presents direct and indirect practice in alternate chapters rather than separate volumes, comparing and contrasting them in an easy ...
National Catholic School of Social Service Catholic University of America Elizabeth Moore Plionis Assistant Dean and Associate Professor, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «GENERALIST»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term generalist is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Domestic violence royal commission: Family violence 'embedded in …
... health service providers, businesses, employers community organisations, the media, specialist and generalist service providers and local, ... «ABC Online, Jul 15»
2
Breakfast Of Champions: How Serial Entrepreneurs Replicate Their …
... who has been a highly successful generalist in a variety of positions on their way up—particularly if they've had Profit and Loss experience. «Forbes, Jul 15»
3
Specialists gain edge over full service firms - Lawyers Weekly
Nonetheless, he believes even large, generalist firms could take advantage of this shift. “While it's important to be aware of this trend, it's even ... «Lawyers Weekly, Jul 15»
4
CYCLING: Tour de France: Highlights from Stage Nine
... hour with reruns during 24 hours to be incorporated into regularly scheduled generalist news bulletins and/or sport magazines not dedicated to the EVENT. «beIN SPORTS USA Breaking News, Jul 15»
5
Outsourcing tasks to virtual staff saves money and time - FT.com
He advises hiring virtually for specific tasks and not for a generalist. “It works best if you want expertise and you can really identify what you are ... «Financial Times, Jul 15»
6
Sisters Carry On Father's Legacy at Bancroft Leasing - Memphis …
Sheri is a generalist in that she works with startups, nonprofits, health care providers, government agencies, restaurants and everything in ... «Memphis Daily News, Jul 15»
7
Entrepreneurship 4.0 - Livemint
... for entrepreneurship) and civil service reform (we need to manage our permanent generalist bureaucratic cadre better and complement them ... «Livemint, Jul 15»
8
KOLARSTWO: Tour de France - etap ósmy
Available for use solely on 1) Generalist news and/or sport news internet websites (except television websites) 2) On a player which cannot be ... «beIN SPORTS USA Breaking News, Jul 15»
9
Trustee of the year Maree O'Halloran talks - Investment Magazine
... law including human rights, superannuation, banking and finance law subjects, she says it is a broad generalist knowledge that needs to be ... «Investment Magazine, Jul 15»
10
Boost to student accommodation in new University of Melbourne …
The first phase introduced the so-called Melbourne Model – a shift to more generalist undergraduate degrees, followed by specialist ... «The Australian Financial Review, Jul 15»

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