sweeping generalization
/ˌswiːpɪŋ ˌdʒenərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
applying a general rule to exceptional cases
“Exercise is healthy, so you should exercise during your heart attack.”
Origin: From 'sweeping' too broadly with a generalization
/ˌswiːpɪŋ ˌdʒenərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
applying a general rule to exceptional cases
“Exercise is healthy, so you should exercise during your heart attack.”
Origin: From 'sweeping' too broadly with a generalization