Meaning of the word ordinary in English

What does ordinary mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ordinary

US /ˈɔːr.dən.er.i/

UK /ˈɔː.dən.əri/

with no special or distinctive features; normal

Example:

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It was just an ordinary day at the office.

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She's a very ordinary person, but kind.

Synonym:

common regular standard typical average

Antonym:

extraordinary unusual special remarkable exceptional

the normal or usual state or condition

Example:

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He returned to his ordinary routine after the vacation.

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For the most part, life here is quite ordinary.

Synonym:

norm usual standard

Antonym:

extraordinary unusual special

Related Word:

out of the ordinary