Typical

/ˈtɪp.ɪ.kəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

having the distinctive qualities of a particular type of person or thing.

Her painting style is typical of the artists from that period.

representing the usual characteristics or traits of a group.

It was a typical sunny day in July at the beach.

commonly observed or expected.

He gave a typical response when asked about his weekend plans.

From the Greek 'typikos', meaning 'of the nature of a type'.

typical example

a representative instance that embodies the characteristics of a group

typical behavior

actions or reactions that are expected from someone in a certain situation

typical day

a day that follows the usual pattern of activities

atypical

not typical; deviating from the norm

prototype

the original model on which something is based or formed

characteristic

a distinguishing feature or quality

a situation that is unremarkable and expected

That party was so typical, I could predict everything that would happen.

an expression of resignation towards a common occurrence

Oh, typical! I forgot my keys again.