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common
01
frequently found, happening, or seen
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
commonest
Comparative
commoner
gradable
Examples
It’s common for people to exchange holiday gifts with friends and family.
Examples
The meeting was filled with common tasks and discussions.
Examples
The countries had a common interest in trade.
Examples
His common remarks about the situation were off-putting.
05
typical in status, often referring to those of lower social standing
Examples
The common worker often has to fight for basic rights.
06
basic standards of respectful and ethical behavior that are generally expected in society
Examples
Offering assistance to those in need is a matter of common decency.
Common
01
a public grassy area or park, often found in towns or villages, where people gather or engage in recreational activities
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
commons
Examples
The town's common was a popular spot for community events and gatherings.
Lexical Tree
commonly
commonness
uncommon
common
