counterculture
Translation
counterculture
Examples
The hippie movement was a famous counterculture.
The hippie movement was a famous counterculture.
He was interested in the counterculture of the 1960s.
He was interested in the counterculture of the 1960s.
Grammar Patterns
the counterculture ((of a period)) the alternative culture of a specific time He was interested in the counterculture of the 1960s.
Similar Words
Synonyms: underground, alternative culture; Antonyms: mainstream culture, establishment
Etymology
From 'counter-' (against) and 'culture'. A culture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society.
Memory Tips
Think of 'counter-attack'. This is a 'culture-attack' on the values of the main culture.