customary

Definition

  • adjective: usually done in a particular situation or at a particular place or time
  • adjective: based on or established by 'custom'
  • synonyms: conventional, habitual, accustomed

Examples

  • It is 'customary' to hold the door open for someone who is entering a building behind you.

  • He did the work with his 'customary' efficiency.

  • She dressed in her 'customary' fashion.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - If it be, why seems it so particular with thee? 'Seems' madam? Nay it is. I know not 'seems' 'Tis not alone my inky cloak, good mother Nor customary suits of solemn black, nor the windy suspiration of forced breath No, nor the fruitful river in the eye nor the dejected haviour of the visage... (..)
    2015 Hamlet