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Typical

TIH-puh-kuhl

/ˈtɪpʌkʌl/

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typical

Dictionary meaning

Of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing.

Examples

  • The typical (or normal) American.
  • A typical American girl.

Synonyms: distinctive

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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