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generalist

UK
/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.lɪst/
US
/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.lɪst/

Translations

generalistnoun
generalists
pl
UK
/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.lɪst/
US
/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.lɪst/
As a generalist, she was able to contribute to various departments within the company.
En tant que généraliste, elle a pu contribuer à différents services de l’entreprise.
Additional translations
généralisteEn écologie, pour un organisme capable de s’adapter à des milieux et à des ressources très variés.
Synonyms
multidisciplinarian
jack-of-all-trades
polymath
all-rounder
versatilist
generalistadjective
more generalist
Comp.
most generalist
Super.
UK
/ˈdʒen.ər.ə.lɪst/
US
/ˈdʒɛn.ɚ.ə.lɪst/
Used attributively to describe approaches, skills, or species that are not specialized.
généralisteS’emploie aussi bien pour un profil, une approche ou une stratégie non spécialisée.
The company shifted to a generalist strategy to remain adaptable in a volatile market.
L’entreprise est passée à une stratégie généraliste pour rester adaptable sur un marché volatil.
Synonyms
wide-ranging
jack-of-all-trades
broad-based
comprehensive
eclectic
polyvalent
general-purpose
non-specialist
versatile
all-purpose
all-round
well-rounded
multidisciplinary
multi-skilled

Definitions

generalistnoun
A person who is knowledgeable in many different fields or subjects, rather than specializing in one particular area.
As a generalist, she was able to contribute to various departments within the company.
An organism that can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions and can make use of a variety of different resources.
Raccoons are considered generalists because they can adapt to urban environments and eat a wide range of foods.
generalistadjective
Having broad knowledge, abilities, or application across many fields; not specialized.
The company shifted to a generalist strategy to remain adaptable in a volatile market.
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