prototypical

adjective

pro·​to·​typ·​i·​cal ˌprō-tə-ˈti-pi-kəl 

variants or less commonly prototypic

ˌprō-tə-ˈti-pik 

: of, relating to, or being a prototype

prototypically

ˌprō-tə-ˈti-pi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of prototypical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Simpson has no homers in 1,053 career plate appearances in the majors and is a prototypical, old-school leadoff hitter. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026

Chris Lee, a prototypical new-school executive, wants to wield influence by inspiring his charges, while Chet Hudson, an oil rig supervisor, likens his new job to breaking horses. — Judy Berman, Time, 21 Oct. 2026

At 6-foot-1 and 220 pounds, Schlosser is a prototypical fullback who powers between the tackles. — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026

Warner’s opening act this season was prototypical All-Pro Fred. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1650, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for prototypical

• atypical
• untypical
• stereotypical
• typical