quotidian

adjective

kwō-ˈti-dē-ən How to pronounce quotidian (audio)
Definition of quotidiannext
1
as in usual
often observed or encountered not content with the quotidian quarrels that other couples had, they had rows that shook the entire neighborhood

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2
as in daily
occurring, done, produced, or appearing every day plagued by a quotidian coughing fit, the result of years of smoking

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Recent Examples of quotidian Even a unicorn, apparently, is subject to the same quotidian constraints of space and time and perhaps energy conservation within the universe at large, same as the rest of us. — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 May 2026 Are their conversations as quotidian as our own girls-only chats? — Kate Lavelle, Glamour, 18 May 2026 With his readymades, Duchamp brought the quotidian world into the exhibition space. — Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 11 May 2026 Geishas and robots are equally quotidian sights. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for quotidian
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quotidian
  1. usual
  2. daily
  3. ubiquitous
  4. commonplace
  5. familiar
  6. ordinary
  7. common
  8. household
Adjective
  • The 2026 edition of IFFM will present its usual slate of films, conversations and cultural programming spanning Indian cinema’s various languages and regional traditions.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 July 2026
  • But again, since Christopher Nolan’s films don’t follow the streaming release strategy that most other Universal films do, Peacock subscribers are in for a longer wait than usual before the film makes its SVOD on the platform.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of usual
Adjective
  • This lengthy process was typical of ICE’s previous procedures to track down criminals, Sandweg said, which may have shifted under the demands of this administration’s daily arrest goals.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • When a team understands the mission, its daily decisions consistently reinforce that vision, creating a competitive advantage that is difficult to replicate.
    — Nadia AlShomali, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of daily
Adjective
  • The daily burdens and stress of the school year lift, the days grow longer and sunnier, and in Maryland, the ubiquitous snowball stands reopen for the season.
    — Ellie Mitchell, Washington Post, 17 July 2026
  • For example, Running Warehouse, a top online running-shoe retailer, was the first independent website to carry the now-ubiquitous Hoka, its co-founder Joe Rubio told me.
    — Scott Douglas, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
Definition of ubiquitous
Adjective
  • Many of its engineering solutions would later become commonplace across both high-performance and mainstream vehicles.
    — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • But private‑to‑private supply — in which a private generator sells directly to an industrial or commercial buyer using the grid, a practice that is commonplace across the West — remains rare on the continent.
    — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of commonplace
Adjective
  • Children grow up without the network of neighboors, relatives and familiar adults that used to make a place feel safe.
    — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Drawing inspiration from the classic old fashioned cocktail, this fruit-forward IPA delivers familiar flavors in a delightfully different form.
    — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • Bhagawat Dulal, a Soccer for Success coach who now also translates for detainees, said even ordinary life has started to feel dangerous.
    — Maansi Srivastava, NPR, 21 July 2026
  • Even the ordinary act of scrolling in bed can throw the system off.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
Definition of ordinary
Adjective
  • The movie can also be seen in more common digital formats for less.
    — Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
  • Because the most common objection to the argument turns out to be the argument's best evidence.
    — Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of common
Adjective
  • Poinsettias, with their vibrant red leaves, are often the star of household Christmas decorations.
    — Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
  • Starting October 1st, the brand is ending its Prime Invitee Program, which previously allowed non-household members to enjoy benefits like free shipping.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
Definition of household

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“Quotidian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quotidian. Accessed 24 Jul. 2026.

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