Vocabulary Entry

stereotypical

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to a widely held but oversimplified and generalized idea or image of a particular type of person or thing.

Example Sentences

"The movie received criticism for its stereotypical portrayal of women."

"His use of stereotypical jokes showed a lack of understanding of the culture."

"Many people dislike stereotypical characters in books because they are often not very relatable."

noun

Example Sentences

"Stereotypes can lead to unfair expectations of individuals based on their group."

"The teacher discussed the dangers of relying on stereotypes in media."

"In psychology, a stereotype is often studied to understand social behaviors."