Traditional Definition & Meaning

traditional
adjective
  1. consisting of or derived from tradition; "traditional history"; "traditional morality"
  2. pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines; "the simple security of traditional assumptions has vanished"

"Traditional" in song lyrics

See how traditional is used in real songs:

  • "Aiy yo the heat from the 'Nuts is traditional"
    The Beatnuts f/ Greg Nice — Yo Yo Yo
  • "I'm magical, actually casual traditional"
    Buck 65 — I Look Good
  • "It's high power original, b-boy traditional"
    The High and Mighty f/ Mos Def, Mad Skillz — B-Boy Document 99

Usage tips for "traditional"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "traditional" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for traditional to find words that pair well.

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