Definitions and Examples of common, ordinary, regular
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Occurring frequently or widely; not rare or exceptional.
Example
The flu is a common illness that affects many people each year.
Having no special or distinctive features; normal or usual.
Example
The restaurant served ordinary food that was not particularly memorable.
Occurring at fixed intervals; habitual or routine.
Example
She goes to the gym on a regular basis to stay in shape.
Key Differences: common vs ordinary vs regular
- 1Common refers to something that happens frequently or is widely known, while especial refers to something that is unique or exceptional.
- 2Ordinary describes something that is typical or normal, while especial describes something that is extraordinary or exceptional.
- 3Regular describes something that occurs at fixed intervals or is habitual, while especial describes something that is one-of-a-kind or rare.
Effective Usage of common, ordinary, regular
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more precisely.
- 2Describe Things: Use these antonyms to describe things that are not unique or exceptional.
- 3Compare and Contrast: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast different things or concepts.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of especial are common, ordinary, and regular. Use these words to enhance your vocabulary, describe things that are not unique or exceptional, and compare and contrast different things or concepts.
