stereotypical
pronunciation
How to pronounce stereotypical in British English: UK [ˌsteriəˈtɪpɪkl]
How to pronounce stereotypical in American English: US [ ˌsteriəˈtɪpɪkl]
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- Adjective:
- lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality
Word Origin
- stereotypical (adj.)
- 1949, in the figurative sense, from stereotype (n.) + -ical. Stereotypic is from 1801 in the literal sense.
Example
- 1. I 'm not against you , but I think your viewpoint is a little stereotypical .
- 2. Gays and lesbians generally stir more positive stereotypical images , but still many regard them with deeply rooted feelings of disapproval , suspicion and fear .