Be common: meaning, definitions and examples

in everyday life

To be common means to be prevalent or widespread in a particular area or among a particular group of people. It can also refer to something that is ordinary or not unique.

frequent, ordinary, prevalent, ubiquitous, widespread

Examples of usage

• It is common to see people walking their dogs in the park.

• Common sense dictates that you should look both ways before crossing the street.

• Her taste in music is quite common among teenagers.

• The flu is a common illness during the winter months.

• The belief in ghosts is common in many cultures.