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Overgeneralization

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Overgeneralization occurs when the rules of grammar are applied too broadly beyond exceptions. Children often make these mistakes when learning language.

AP course connection

Topic 5.11: 5.11 Components of Language and Language Acquisition

Unit 5

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