Definition

Describing something that follows a fixed and often oversimplified idea or image of a particular type of person or thing, often lacking uniqueness or creativity.

Example

The movie was criticized for its stereotyped portrayal of the characters.

Conversation

I feel like some movies really just portray stereotyped characters.

Totally! It’s kind of frustrating to watch, isn't it?

Yeah, I wish they would create more original stories instead of relying on those stereotyped roles.

Same here! It's time for more diversity and creativity in films.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stereotyped → It is formed from "stereotype" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or firm, and "typos", meaning impression or type) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word "stereotyped" refers to something that has been given a fixed impression or type, often in a rigid or oversimplified manner.

Memory Tip

Think of 'solid' ('stereos') and 'impression' ('typos') to remember that 'stereotyped' means something that has been given a fixed or rigid impression.

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