Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ordinary

adjective
/ˈɔːrdənəri/
Definition
Being common or typical; not special or different.
Examples
  • The meal was quite ordinary, nothing to rave about.
  • She wore an ordinary outfit to the party.
  • His performance was ordinary, lacking excitement.
Meaning
Ordinary describes something that is usual or not out of the ordinary. It refers to things that are average or normal and do not stand out in any way.
Synonyms
  • common
  • typical
  • average
  • usual
  • mediocre