genres

NOUN

type, class

Synonyms

WEAK

brand category character classification fashion group kind school sort species style

NOUN

type

Synonyms

STRONGEST

brand category character fashion kind style

STRONG

class classification genus group school sort species

Example Sentences

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“The great news is it has been numerous films from different genres accounting for the success,” said Michael Polydoros, chief executive of cinema marketing agency Paper Airplane.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Importantly, the quarter appears to be benefiting from multiple films working simultaneously across genres and demographics, creating a healthier recovery dynamic than one driven by a small number of tentpole releases.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

The annual award show - regarded as music's biggest night - hands out gongs to artists in a huge range of genres.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The songs in question span genres, decades and continents, and include new artists, unsung heroes and more.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

A Bach invention, a Brahms symphony, and a Beatles song are different forms in different genres, and at first they may sound as if they have nothing in common.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones