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Definition of "stereotypical" [stereotypical]

  • Pertaining to a stereotype; conventional (adjective)
  • Banal, commonplace and clichéd because of overuse (adjective)

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Use "stereotypical" in a sentence
  • "The official denounced what he calls the stereotypical apocalyptical pictures Western media construct of Nigeria and Africa."
  • "Also, I think stereotypical is probably unnecessary and “every” should be “ever.”"
  • "I am picturing Pablo and his dad dressed in stereotypical Mexcian garb (sombreros, ponchos, etc) and yelling at bad guys."