proverbial

/proverbial/
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proverbial

Her proverbial kindness was known throughout the small town.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Widely known and spoken of; commonly referred to: Used to describe something or someone that is so famous or typical that it has become the subject of common sayings or is referenced as a perfect example.
    • Of, relating to, or resembling a proverb: Used to describe something that is expressed in or characteristic of the style of a proverb.
Examples of Usage
  • Adjective (Widely known):
  • Adjective (Relating to proverbs):
Advanced Usage
  • "The proverbial [noun]": A common idiom used to invoke a well-known concept or stereotype without needing further explanation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Proverbially (adverb): In a way that is proverbial; as is widely known.
  • Proverb (noun): A short, well-known saying that expresses a common truth or piece of advice.
Synonyms
  • Legendary: Remarkable enough to be famous.
  • Archetypal: Very typical of a certain kind of person or thing.
  • Axiomatic: Self-evident or unquestionable.
Related Phrases
  • To become proverbial: To become so famous or typical as to be referred to in a proverb-like manner.
proverbial

Her proverbial kindness was known throughout the small town.

Adjective
  1. widely known and spoken of
    • her proverbial lateness
    • the proverbial absentminded professor
    • your proverbial dizzy blonde
  2. of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb
    • he kicked the proverbial bucket
    • the proverbial grasshopper

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