The difference between By and large and Generally

When used as adverbs, by and large means mostly, generally, whereas generally means popularly or widely.


check bellow for the other definitions of By and large and Generally

  1. By and large as an adverb (set phrase, focus):

    mostly, generally; with few exceptions

    Examples:

    "It was, by and large, an unexceptional presentation."

  1. Generally as an adverb:

    Popularly or widely.

    Examples:

    "It is generally known that the Earth is round."

  2. Generally as an adverb:

    As a rule; usually.

    Examples:

    "I generally have a walk in the afternoon."

  3. Generally as an adverb:

    Without reference to specific details.

    Examples:

    "'Generally speaking …"

  4. Generally as an adverb (obsolete):

    Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.