Simple meaning
What does Common mean?
Common means usual or seen often.
Dictionary definition
Happening often or shared by many people.
Example sentences
Common in a sentence
easy
It is common to revise writing drafts.
medium
A common mistake is skipping directions.
hard
The passage compares common habits across different classrooms.
Synonyms
Words like Common
usualUse for what happens often.
typicalUse for what matches the standard pattern.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Common word family
Base word
common
adjective
common
Base form.
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