What does USUAL mean?

Usual

Parts of Speech: Adjective

Definitions:

1. Commonly encountered or experienced; ordinary or commonplace.
2. As expected; predictably.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈjuʒuəl/
• UK: /ˈjuːʒʊəl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "usual" originated in the early 15th century from the Old French word "usuel" meaning "current, in use", which is derived from the Latin word "usualis". It is commonly used in both written and spoken English to describe something that is common or expected.

Synonyms:

• Common
• Ordinary
• Typical
• Regular
• Familiar

Related Words:

• Usurp
• Usage
• Usury
• Usual
• Usher

Example Sentences:

• It was a usual day at work.
• As usual, she arrived late for the meeting.
• The menu had all the usual options.
• He followed his usual routine of going for a jog in the morning.
• The party was just like any other usual party.