mainstream

Meanings

• adjective

  Belonging to or representing the social, cultural, or commercial majority.

  - "The mainstream media often focuses on popular topics and ignores niche issues."
  - "Despite being an introvert, she was able to fit in with the mainstream crowd."

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Pronunciation

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Antonyms

fringe

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Synonyms

common , conventional , usual , widespread

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mainstream
charm , harm , farm , marshmallow , alarm

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Variants

List of all variants of mainstream that leads to same result
mainstream , mainstreams , mainstreamed , mainstreaming , the mainstream

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the 15th century, meaning 'main current' or 'main flow'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'mainstream' was first used in the context of literature in the 18th century.

2. The term 'mainstream' can also be used to describe a medical condition known as 'mainstreaming', which refers to the integration of children with disabilities into regular classrooms.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. counterculture: A subculture that rejects or opposes the dominant mainstream culture.

2. subculture: A smaller group within a larger culture, often with distinct norms and values.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The term 'mainstream' is often used to describe popular culture, which is widely accepted and consumed by a large portion of the population. It can also refer to the dominant social norms and values.

How to Memorize "mainstream"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large river with a strong current flowing through it. The term 'mainstream' comes from the idea of the main current.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'mainstream' with popular culture or the dominant social norms and values.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Makes People Adore Sweets' to remember that 'mainstream' starts with the letter 'M'.

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