Counter Culture

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊn.tər ˈkʌl.tʃər/

Definitions of counter culture

noun a subculture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society, often in opposition to mainstream cultural practices

Example Sentences

A1 Counter culture refers to a group of people with different beliefs and values than the mainstream society.

A2 The punk movement in the 1970s was considered a form of counter culture.

B1 Many young people today are drawn to counter culture movements that challenge societal norms.

B2 The beat generation of the 1950s is often cited as a key example of counter culture in American history.

C1 Counter culture movements have had a significant impact on art, music, and politics throughout history.

C2 Scholars continue to study the effects of counter culture on society and its lasting influence on modern culture.

Examples of counter culture in a Sentence

formal The counter culture movement of the 1960s challenged traditional societal norms.

informal The counter culture scene in this city is thriving with underground artists and musicians.

slang Dude, that party last night was so counter culture - everyone was dressed in vintage clothes and listening to indie bands.

figurative Her decision to quit her corporate job and travel the world was a form of counter culture in her family.

Grammatical Forms of counter culture

plural

counter cultures

comparative

more counter cultural

superlative

most counter cultural

present tense

counters culture

future tense

will counter culture

perfect tense

have counter cultured

continuous tense

is counter culturing

singular

counter culture

positive degree

counter cultural

infinitive

to counter culture

gerund

counter culturing

participle

counter cultured

Origin and Evolution of counter culture

First Known Use: 1960 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'counter culture' originated in the mid-20th century in the United States.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a cultural movement that opposed mainstream society, the term 'counter culture' has evolved to encompass various subcultures and movements that challenge dominant norms and values.