typify

/'tipifai/
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Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To be a typical example of something; to embody the essential characteristics of a particular group, category, or style. It means to represent the most common or standard qualities of something.
    • To serve as a symbol or representation of something; to symbolize. It means to express or signify an idea, quality, or group in a concrete form.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • His dedication and hard work typify the spirit of our team. (He is a perfect example of the team's spirit.)
    • These small, family-run shops typify the charm of the old town. (They are characteristic examples of the town's charm.)
    • The painting typifies the artist's early use of bold colors. (The painting is a representative example of that style.)
Advanced Usage
  • "to typify something as...": to characterize or represent something in a specific way.
    • The report typifies the problem as a systemic failure. (The report characterizes the problem as a failure of the system itself.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Typical (adj): having the distinctive qualities of a particular type; representative.
    • This is a typical example of Roman architecture.
  • Type (n): a category of people or things having common characteristics; a kind or sort.
    • She is not the type to give up easily.
  • Archetype (n): a very typical example of a certain person or thing; the original model.
    • The story is an archetype of the hero's journey.
Synonyms
  • Exemplify: to be a typical example of.
  • Represent: to stand for or be a symbol of.
  • Characterize: to describe the distinctive nature or features of.
  • Epitomize: to be a perfect example of.
Related Phrases
  • "to be typified by": to have something as a characteristic or defining feature.
    • His leadership is typified by clear communication and empathy. (Clear communication and empathy are characteristic of his leadership.)
Verb
  1. express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
    • What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?
  2. embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of
    • The fugue typifies Bach's style of composition

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