atypically — In a manner that is not characteristic or representative of a type, class, or group; unusually or abnormally.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a manner that is not characteristic or representative of a type, class, or group; unusually or abnormally.
Pronunciation (IPA): /eɪˈtɪpɪkli/
Example Sentences
- My cat atypically brought me a flower instead of a dead mouse this morning.
- The CEO atypically wore jeans and sneakers to the board meeting.
- The desert experienced atypically heavy rainfall this year.
atypically
ADVERB[/eɪˈtɪpɪkli/]
In a manner that is not characteristic or representative of a type, class, or group; unusually or abnormally.
In a manner that is not characteristic or representative of a type, class, or group; unusually or abnormally.
She points specifically as reactions change dramatically, all atypically!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'typos' meaning 'model' or 'pattern,' which evolved into English 'typical' meaning 'characteristic of a type.'
Breakdown
a- (not/without) + typic- (relating to type/pattern) + -al (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cat atypically brought me a flower instead of a dead mouse this morning.”
“The CEO atypically wore jeans and sneakers to the board meeting.”
“The desert experienced atypically heavy rainfall this year.”
“My grandmother atypically ordered spicy Korean food instead of her usual bland soup.”
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