Stereotypical – having a set idea about someone or something

(Pronounced steh-ree-oh-tip-ih-kuhl)

A stereotype is an oversimplified idea about a type of person or thing that is widely held.

To remember the definition of the word stereotypical, use the following mnemonic:

The stereo only played typical (stereotypical) Rap music. When they wanted it to play anything else, it just refused because it had a set idea about music.

Examples of stereotypical in a sentence

It's not fair to stereotype a whole group of people based on one person you don't like.

Many people think that athletes don't care about school because of the common stereotype about dumb jocks.

The stereotypes of different ethnic groups as portrayed in the media can often promote racism and discrimination in society.