archetypic

/ɑːr.kɪˈtɪp.ɪk/; /ɑːr.kɪˈtɪp.ɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an archetype; characteristic of an archetype

“Her art is archetypic in style, drawing inspiration from universal symbols and themes.”

2. noun

something that has the quality of an archetype; an archetype itself

“The hero’s journey is an archetypic pattern found in many mythologies and stories.”

Synonyms

  • archetypal
  • classic
  • typical

Antonyms

  • atypical
  • unusual