Genre Definition & Meaning
genre
- noun
- a kind of literary or artistic work
- a style of expressing yourself in writing
- an expressive style of music
- a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique
"Genre" in song lyrics
See how genre is used in real songs:
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"For true hip-hop head to kids intimidated by the genre"
Atherton & Sire — Everything -
"No typical style, for the man who rules the genre"
Chubb Rock f/ G-Man — The Man -
"It's the Cowboy with the fresh genre"
Cowboy Troy — El Tejano
Words that rhyme with genre
Usage tips for "genre"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "genre" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for genre to find words that pair well.
Use "genre" in a verse
Now that you know what "genre" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does genre mean?
- a kind of literary or artistic work a style of expressing yourself in writing an expressive style of music a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique
- What part of speech is genre?
- Genre is a noun.
- How many definitions does genre have?
- Genre has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).