Synonyms for

Genres

Verb / ˈʒɑ:nrʌz / Another word for genres — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Genres are categories of artistic works, such as music, literature, or film, that share common characteristics.

Synonyms & similar words

genre musicalgenre literarygenre musicgenre musicalstyle writingstyle categories types styles forms kinds varieties classes modes species families groupings divisions sections branches sorts

Synonyms by register

Formal

categories classifications types kinds

Informal

sorts styles types kinds

Literary

veins modes styles

Antonyms

individuality uniqueness originality nonconformity disparity dissimilarity

Common collocations

  • literary genres
  • music genres
  • film genres
  • popular genres
  • new genres
  • distinct genres
  • different genres
  • genre conventions

Word family

noun genre
adjective generic

Usage note

While 'genre' is often used in English, its plural 'genres' is also common. It refers to a category of artistic composition characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter.

Example sentences

  1. There are many different genres of music, like rock, pop, and hip-hop.
  2. My favorite book genre is science fiction because I love imagining what the future could be like.
  3. This movie is a classic example of the comedy genre.
  4. Different genres of art can evoke different emotions in viewers.
  5. The library has a wide selection of genres, from romance to horror to biography.

Quotes

  • "I like to think of myself as a genreless artist, but I'm not really sure what that means." - Halsey
  • "I've been interested in different genres, and I've been exploring different kinds of sounds." - Ariana Grande
  • "The best genres are the ones that allow you to explore yourself and your feelings." - Billie Eilish

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