Fashion Subcultures

6 words in this vocabulary list

noun a style of fiction that emphasizes the grotesque, mysterious, and desolate.

adjective relating to the style of architecture prevalent in western Europe in the 12th–16th centuries, characterized by pointed arches, rib vaults, and flying buttresses, together with large windows and elaborate tracery.

  • The gothic architecture of the cathedral is truly remarkable.
  • I love the gothic style of that old mansion.
  • That gothic movie was so creepy!
  • Her gothic personality shines through in her dark sense of humor.

noun a person, typically young, who rejects established social norms, especially of dress and behavior, and advocates a broad spectrum of beliefs and practices that are alternatives to or at odds with the status quo

  • The hippie movement of the 1960s was characterized by a rejection of mainstream society and a focus on peace and love.
  • My aunt used to be a hippie back in the day, she still loves tie-dye shirts and peace signs.
  • That guy over there with the long hair and tie-dye shirt is a total hippie.
  • Her free-spirited nature and love for nature make her a modern-day hippie.

mod

noun a slang term for modification or modification file in computer gaming

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  • The software engineer used a mod function to calculate the remainder.
  • I found a cool mod that enhances the graphics in my game.
  • I heard there's a new mod that lets you cheat in that game.
  • Adding a new mod to the team brought fresh perspectives and ideas.

noun a type of music characterized by a strong rhythm and simple melody, typically played loudly on electric guitar

  • The musician sat on the antique wooden rocker while playing his guitar.
  • I love relaxing on the porch rocker with a good book.
  • That dude is a total rocker, he knows how to shred on the guitar.
  • She's a real emotional rocker, always going from highs to lows in a matter of minutes.

noun A person who is a combination of a hipster and a Muslim, often characterized by a unique sense of style and cultural identity.

  • The mipster movement combines elements of both traditional and modern fashion.
  • My friend is such a mipster, always wearing vintage clothes and listening to indie music.
  • I heard that new cafe is popular among the mipsters in town.
  • Being a mipster is more than just a fashion statement, it's a lifestyle choice.

noun a subgenre of house music

  • The origins of acid house can be traced back to the late 1980s in Chicago.
  • Hey, have you ever been to an acid house party before?
  • Let's hit up that acid house rave tonight!
  • The music at the club was like a wave of acid house, pulsating through the crowd.