1. widely held but oversimplified ideas or beliefs about particular groups of people or things
Usage: plural of stereotype

1. to have or express a fixed, oversimplified idea about a group of people or things
Usage: third person singular present tense

Examples

• Many stereotypes about teenagers are based on outdated assumptions.
• The movie challenged common stereotypes about small-town life.
• She refuses to accept stereotypes about women in science.
• The teacher stereotypes students based on their appearance.
• Media often stereotypes certain professions unfairly.
• Breaking down stereotypes requires open-minded conversation.
• He stereotypes people from different cultures without knowing them.