Typify

/ˈtɪpɪfaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to serve as a typical example of something

The novel typifies the struggles of the working class in the early 20th century.

to represent or embody the essential characteristics of something

Her actions typify the spirit of bravery and selflessness.

to characterize or exemplify in a typical manner

These paintings typify the style of the renaissance period.

to classify or categorize based on typical traits

The study aims to typify different consumer behaviors across various demographics.

from Middle English typifien, derived from Late Latin typificare, from typus (type) + facere (to make).

typify the spirit

to embody the essence or characteristics of a particular spirit or culture.

typified by

characterized or represented by a specified attribute or quality.

type

a category or classification based on shared characteristics.

typical

having the distinctive qualities of a particular type.

typology

the study or analysis of types, especially in the context of classification.

to characterize something in a straightforward way

She really typified the attitude of the 80s.

to represent something common or ordinary

That movie totally typifies the high school experience.