typify

[ˈtɪpɪfaɪ]

typify Definition

  • 1to be a typical or characteristic example of something
  • 2to represent or symbolize something

Using typify: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "typify" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The building typifies the architecture of the period.

  • Example

    His behavior typifies the attitude of many young people today.

  • Example

    The statue typifies the ideals of the ancient Greeks.

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Phrases with typify

  • having the distinctive qualities or characteristics of something

    Example

    Her behavior is typical of someone who is under a lot of stress.

  • typify something/someone as

    to describe or think of something or someone as having particular qualities or characteristics

    Example

    He typifies the successful businessman as portrayed in the media.

  • to represent the attitudes, values, and beliefs of a particular historical period

    Example

    The music of the Beatles typified the times in which they lived.

Origins of typify

from French 'typifier', from Greek 'typos' meaning 'a mark, impression, or figure'

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Summary: typify in Brief

'Typify' [ˈtɪpɪfaɪ] means to be a typical or characteristic example of something, or to represent or symbolize something. It can be used to describe things that embody certain qualities or characteristics, such as 'The building typifies the architecture of the period,' or to describe people who are representative of a larger group, such as 'His behavior typifies the attitude of many young people today.'