typically

American  

[tip-i-klee] / ˈtɪp ɪ kli /

adverb

1. in a way that serves as or conforms to a type.

   The study examines the eating patterns of both typically developing children and those who have intellectual or developmental delays.

2. commonly or characteristically.

   A Florida thunderstorm typically works like this: lightning and thunder, torrential rain, gusty winds, and then it’s all over in about 5 to 10 minutes.

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Other Word Forms

• nontypically adverb
• quasi-typically adverb
• untypically adverb

Etymology

Origin of typically

typical ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

I was always allowed to dress myself, and no matter how crazy or imaginative the outfit was, I typically was allowed to leave the house in it.

From The Wall Street Journal

Its main tool in doing so is by setting a key interest rate that influences the cost of borrowing across the economy, while its board members typically serve under both Republican and Democratic presidents.

From Barron's

Subpoenas are typically the first step in a criminal investigation, but it remains unclear what criminal theory prosecutors could plausibly pursue, he said.

From Barron's

Subpoenas are typically the first step in a criminal investigation, but it remains unclear what criminal theory prosecutors could plausibly pursue, he said.

From Barron's

Powell has the option to remain on the Fed’s board until early 2028, though departing chairs typically don’t stay on the board after they conclude their term as chair.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• commonly
• consistently
• customarily
• frequently
• generally
• mostly
• naturally
• normally
• occasionally
• often
• ordinarily
• regularly
• routinely
• sometimes