Quotidian

Adjective

Definition: Of or occurring every day; daily.

Definition: Ordinary or mundane; commonplace.

Synonyms: Daily, Routine, Ordinary, Common

Antonyms: Extraordinary, Exceptional, Uncommon

Examples:
  • The professor's lectures were filled with quotidian examples to make the material relatable.
  • She found solace in the routine of her quotidian tasks.
Mnemonics:
  • Quotidian sounds like "coat of the day" which represents something ordinary or common that you would wear daily.
  • Think of the word quotidien in French which means daily, and quotidian has a similar meaning.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "quotidian" originated from the Latin word "quotidianus" which means daily. It entered the English language in the early 16th century.

Historical Usage:

In ancient medicine, "quotidian" was used to describe diseases that reoccurred daily. Over time, the word evolved to encompass everyday occurrences.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Quotidian grind"

Explanation:

Refers to the monotonous daily routine or mundane tasks that someone might go through regularly.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "quotidian" with "ordinary," assuming they have the same meaning.

Explanation:

While "quotidian" can mean ordinary, it specifically refers to things that happen daily, adding a sense of repetition or routine.

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