verb
- to be a typical example or characteristic of something
- to serve as a symbol or representation of something
Examples
- Her dedication and hard work typify the best qualities of a student.
- This small town typifies rural America with its main street and local shops.
- The Gothic cathedral typifies medieval architecture.
- His rude behavior typifies everything that’s wrong with customer service today.
- The painting typifies the artist’s early period with its bold colors.
- These problems typify the challenges facing urban schools.
- The company’s success story typifies the American dream.