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.

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.

Idiom:

"Quotidian grind"

Explanation:

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

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.