Definitions

typical

[tip-i-kuhl] / ˈtɪp ɪ kəl /

ADJECTIVE

usual, conventional

Synonyms

STRONGEST

classic common commonplace emblematic exemplary natural normal ordinary quintessential regular symbolic

WEAK

archetypal archetypical average characteristic classical essential everyday expected general habitual ideal illustrative in character in keeping indicative matter-of-course model old hat orthodox paradigmatic patterned prevalent prototypal prototypical representative standard standardized stock suggestive typic unexceptional

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abnormal different eccentric extraordinary infrequent irregular rare refined uncommon unusual

WEAK

atypical unconventional unorthodox

Example Sentences

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In a typical setup, one side of a Stirling engine is kept warm while the other side is cooled.

From Science Daily

Intuit also reiterated its outlook for fiscal 2026, which is typical.

From Barron's

A typical story ended cruelly, “The once talented, vivacious and successful spirit rapper is now a total wreck.”

From Literature

Corn planted in average soil with a typical corn-soybean crop rotation is projected to lose nearly $150 an acre, while soybeans planted in a normal rotation are seen losing almost $90 an acre.

From The Wall Street Journal

Buying into a private market fund isn’t like buying a typical stock or bond fund.

From MarketWatch

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