Definition

In a way that follows widely held but oversimplified ideas about a group of people or things.

Example

She dressed stereotypically for the party, wearing a bright pink dress and lots of glitter.

Conversation

Have you noticed how people dress stereotypically for Halloween?

Yeah, it's always the same costumes every year!

Right? It would be cool to see something more unique instead.

Definitely! I think we should come up with our own creative ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stereotypically → It is formed from "stereotype" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or firm, and "typos", meaning impression or model) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word describes something done in a manner that conforms to a fixed or conventional idea or model.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'solid impression' ('stereotype') that is done 'in a manner' ('-ically') — this helps you remember that 'stereotypically' refers to acting in a way that fits a fixed idea.

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