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 The Amsterdam Polaroids extended Ghirri’s penchant for quotidian surrealism with some strenuous amalgams. — James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026 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 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
  • Immediately, Zack-Carlos goes back to reasserting his presence in the house, eager to stay as long as possible and be his usual insufferable self.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • For cats that need a larger calorie reduction, Yeo said a veterinary weight-management diet may be safer than simply serving much less of their usual food because it is formulated to provide adequate nutrients with fewer calories.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of usual
Adjective
  • Data from Charles Schwab's ThinkOrSwim platform shows that during overnight trading, option volume for Direxion's Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares reached more than triple its daily average over the past month.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The everyday cost of war Six months of conflict and severe economic hardship have made daily life exhausting for regular Iranians.
    — Greg Myre, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of daily
Adjective
  • The Gap's heyday was 20 years ago, when its stores were ubiquitous and everyone wore its T-shirts and jeans.
    — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Kusama’s popularity continued to surge in the 2010s and 2020s, with her ubiquitous pumpkin sculptures as well as with fashion collaborations, including two with Louis Vuitton.
    — Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of ubiquitous
Adjective
  • As anywhere in the United States, crashes are more commonplace during rush hour; there are simply more drivers on the road, and many are tired.
    — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • YouTube has long topped Nielsen's streaming viewership list, and deals that see more of traditional media's content embedded into the tech platform could become more commonplace.
    — Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of commonplace
Adjective
  • The point is to make the brand’s Parisian identity travel throughout its 56 markets without turning it into a collection of familiar cues and clichés.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In the campaign video, Kelce arrives at New York’s iconic The Plaza Hotel and greets a few familiar A-list faces before heading to his room to relax with an adorable, fluffy white dog.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • This may not come as a surprise in a world not only of AI, but widespread access to technology that requires ordinary people to develop typing skills.
    — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Why network awareness deserves more attention now Online banking and shopping place sensitive information at the center of ordinary internet use.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of ordinary
Adjective
  • Some common laser problems can already be corrected automatically.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Power outlet placement is a common sticking point for electric versions.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 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 2 Sep. 2026.

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