generalized

generalized
gen·er·al·ized (jĕnʹər-ə-līzd') adj.
1. Biology. Not specifically adapted to a particular environment or function; not specialized.
2. Generally prevalent:

observed a state of generalized discontent.

a. Involving an entire organ.
b. Spreading through or affecting the entire body; not localized:

a generalized infection.

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