Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

typical example

phrase
/ˈtɪpɪkəl ɪɡˈzæmpl/
Definition
A standard or representative case that illustrates a particular quality or characteristic.
Examples
  • She is a typical example of someone who excels in academia.
  • The painting represents a typical example of Victorian art.
  • His behavior was a typical example of a teenager seeking independence.
Meaning
The term ‘typical example’ refers to an instance or case that embodies the essential qualities of a category, making it easy to understand or identify.
Synonyms
  • Representative case
  • Standard instance
  • Model example
  • Quintessential case