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ordinary
The word "ordinary" is most commonly used to describe things that are normal or average. While it is usually neutral, it can sometimes be used as a subtle criticism to suggest something is boring or lacks excitement. When using this word, remember that it describes the nature of a thing rather than its quality. For example, an "ordinary person" isn't necessarily a bad person; they just don't have famous or unusual characteristics.
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i can't do this. my brain is fried and this essay is too ordinary.
just buckle down and finish it. we can grab coffee after.
Meanings
With no special or distinctive features; commonplace.
"It was just an ordinary day at the office."
Not unusual, unexpected, or surprising.
"The situation was far from ordinary given the circumstances."
Examples
It was just an ordinary day at the office.
I just want an ordinary life, you know?
Stop acting like this is some ordinary little mistake!
The weather today seems quite ordinary for April.
Look, this is an ordinary procedure, nothing to fear.
She wears ordinary clothes but has a brilliant mind.
Is this really the ordinary way you treat guests?
I followed the ordinary steps to reset my password.
It felt like an ordinary Tuesday until the sirens started.
Just give me an ordinary black coffee, please.