Quotidian Definition & Meaning

quotidian
adjective
  1. found in the ordinary course of events; "a placid everyday scene"; "it was a routine day"; "there's nothing quite like a real...train conductor to add color to a quotidian commute"- Anita Diamant

"Quotidian" in song lyrics

See how quotidian is used in real songs:

  • "pain quotidian"
    AOL — AOL
  • "le pain quotidian"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "quotidian"

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