Lingo

Adjectives of Commonness

20 Words

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typical
1.
ty
pi
cal
Adjective

having or showing the usual qualities of a particular group of people or things

It's typical for toddlers to start walking between the ages of 9 and 15 months.

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usual
2.
usual
Adjective

conforming to what is generally anticipated or considered typical

The usual procedure involves filling out the form first.

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standardize
3.
stan
dar
dize
Verb

to make something follow a set standard or rule, ensuring it is consistent and uniform

The company decided to standardize its manufacturing processes to ensure product consistency.

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stereotypical
4.
ste
reo
ty
pi
cal
Adjective

conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea or image of a particular group or thing

The movie portrayed the scientist as a stereotypical nerd, complete with thick glasses and awkward social skills.

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rife
5.
rife
Adjective

widespread and often associated with something harmful or undesirable

Scams are rife during holiday shopping seasons.

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common
6.
co
mmon
Adjective

frequently found, happening, or seen

It’s common for people to exchange holiday gifts with friends and family.

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standard
7.
stan
dard
Adjective

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

The standard procedure for new employees includes completing an orientation program.

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routine
8.
rou
tine
Adjective

occurring or done as a usual part of a process or job

Checking emails is a routine task for most office workers.

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predictable
9.
pre
dic
ta
ble
Adjective

easily anticipated or expected to happen based on past experiences or knowledge

The movie's predictable plot followed a typical Hollywood formula.

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prevalent
10.
pre
va
lent
Adjective

widespread or commonly occurring at a particular time or in a particular place

In this region, malaria is prevalent during the rainy season.

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mainstream
11.
main
stream
Noun

the opinions, activities, or methods that are considered normal because they are accepted by a majority of people

Despite her unconventional ideas, she managed to gain acceptance in the mainstream over time.

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ubiquitous
12.
u
biq
ui
tous
Adjective

seeming to exist or appear everywhere

Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society, with almost everyone owning one.

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commonplace
13.
co
mmon
place
Noun

a statement or belief that is widely known or repeated

It's a commonplace that life is full of ups and downs.

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customary
14.
cus
to
ma
ry
Adjective

typical behavior or style of a specific person

She greeted everyone with her customary warmth.

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unmarked
15.
un
marked
Adjective

lacking visible signs or distinctive features

The unmarked trail led deeper into the forest, away from the main paths.

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characteristic
16.
cha
rac
te
ris
tic
Noun

a notable feature or quality that defines or describes something

Her kindness is a characteristic everyone notices.

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17.
vi
ral
Adjective

caused by or related to a virus

The doctor diagnosed her illness as a viral infection after conducting tests.

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quintessential
18.
quint
e
ssen
tial
Adjective

representing the most typical or perfect example of something

His charming smile and impeccable manners made him the quintessential gentleman.

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widespread
19.
wide
spread
Adjective

existing or spreading among many people, groups, or communities through communication, influence, or awareness

The misinformation about the new policy became widespread on social media.

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pervasive
20.
per
va
sive
Adjective

spreading widely or throughout a particular area or group

The pervasive smell of smoke filled the air after the forest fire.

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