Definition

Relating to the study or classification of types or categories, often used in fields like linguistics, anthropology, or psychology.

Example

The researcher used a typological approach to categorize the different languages.

Conversation

I came across an interesting book about typological classifications in literature.

Oh really? That sounds fascinating!

Yeah, it discusses how different genres fit into typological frameworks.

I love when books break things down like that; it makes them easier to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Typological → It is formed from "typos" (from Greek, meaning type or model) and "-logical" (from Greek "logikos", meaning pertaining to reason or study). The word refers to the study or classification of types or models.

Memory Tip

Think of 'typos' as referring to a 'type' or 'model' and '-logical' as relating to the study of it — typological means the study of types.

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