The difference between Commonly and Generally
When used as adverbs, commonly means as a rule, whereas generally means popularly or widely.
check bellow for the other definitions of Commonly and Generally
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Commonly as an adverb:
as a rule; frequently; usually
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Commonly as an adverb (obsolete):
in common; familiarly
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Generally as an adverb:
Popularly or widely.
Examples:
"It is generally known that the Earth is round."
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Generally as an adverb:
As a rule; usually.
Examples:
"I generally have a walk in the afternoon."
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Generally as an adverb:
Without reference to specific details.
Examples:
"'Generally speaking …"
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Generally as an adverb (obsolete):
Collectively; as a whole; without omissions.
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