Mainstream
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnˌstriːm/
Mainstream (noun)
- the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are accepted by most people.
Examples
- The mainstream often influences public opinion.
- She prefers to follow the mainstream in fashion.
Common collocations: join the mainstream, challenge the mainstream, mainstream culture, mainstream opinion, mainstream acceptance
Mainstream (adjective)
- accepted by most people as normal or typical.
- related to the most common or popular media sources.
Examples
- Mainstream beliefs can change over time.
- He holds mainstream views on education.