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stereotypical

[/ˌstɛrɪəˈtɪpɪkəl/]
adjective
estereotipado
1. conforming to a fixed or general pattern; lacking originality or individuality
The movie relied on stereotypical characters rather than developing them fully.
O filme se baseou em personagens estereotipados em vez de desenvolvê-los completamente.
2. based on or perpetuating a stereotype; representing an oversimplified or prejudiced conception
Stereotypical portrayals of different cultures can be harmful and offensive.
Representações estereotipadas de diferentes culturas podem ser prejudiciais e ofensivas.
Synonyms
conventionaltypicalclichédformulaichackneyedpredictable
Antonyms
originaluniqueindividualunconventionalatypicaldistinctive

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estereotipado
most common usage
Portugal
estereotipado
standard form in European Portuguese
Brazil
clichê
alternative, informal usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

fit the stereotype
play into stereotypes
break the mold/stereotype
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