typically

[ tip-i-klee ]

adverb

1. in a way that serves as or conforms to a type:

   The study examines the eating patterns of both typically developing children and those who have intellectual or developmental delays.

2. commonly or characteristically:

   A Florida thunderstorm typically works like this: lightning and thunder, torrential rain, gusty winds, and then it’s all over in about 5 to 10 minutes.

Other Words From

• non·typ·i·cal·ly adverb
• qua·si-typ·i·cal·ly adverb
• un·typ·i·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of typically¹

typical ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

While pointing out the stock market traditionally performs the best from November through April, typically gaining about 7%, Stovall cautioned about a potential decline in 2025.

From Salon

The U.S. market typically rises after presidential elections regardless of which party wins, and it surged after former President Donald Trump won another term and Republicans took control of the U.S.

From Salon

It's possible to get into the festival as a volunteer - typically working three eight-hour shifts in return for a ticket.

From BBC

In previous years, piecemeal confirmation of the line-up has started in November, but the full rundown is typically kept under wraps until March.

From BBC

Local projects are typically paid for with 20% local funding and 80% federal money.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• commonly
• consistently
• customarily
• frequently
• generally
• mostly
• naturally
• normally
• occasionally
• often
• ordinarily
• regularly
• routinely
• sometimes