stereotypical

American  

[ster-ee-uh-tip-i-kuhl, steer-] / ˌstɛr i əˈtɪp ɪ kəl, ˌstɪər- /

Also stereotypic

adjective

1. portraying a simplified and standardized conception or image, often one that is construed as derogatory.

   She is frustrated by the shallow and stereotypical roles that she is offered as an Asian actor.

   The stereotypical environmentalist is a white dude wearing sandals and tie-dye.

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Other Word Forms

• nonstereotypic adjective
• nonstereotypical adjective

Etymology

Origin of stereotypical

stereotyp(e) ( def. ) + -ical ( def. )

Example Sentences

He looks more like a Columbia grad student than the stereotypical bearded revolutionary.

From The Wall Street Journal

How to eat and drink mindfully in Mexico City: These are the 34 best bars and restaurants to avoid being a stereotypical tourist.

From Los Angeles Times

But after the 69-year-old writer threw out his back, he discovered something surprising about the stereotypical symbol of senescence: It was actually a huge help.

From The Wall Street Journal

Spending like a “stereotypical millionaire” probably requires at least $5 million, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

In fact the vast majority of new cases involve children without the intellectual disabilities often associated with stereotypical autistic behavior, such as sensitivities to touch and an absence of verbal skills.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• archetypal
• characteristic
• common
• customary
• ordinary
• prototypical
• stereotypic
• stock
• traditional
• typical
• usual