Mode Definition & Meaning
mode
- noun
- how something is done or how it happens; "her dignified manner"; "his rapid manner of talking"; "their nomadic mode of existence"; "in the characteristic New York style"; "a lonely way of life"; "in an abrasive fashion"
- a particular functioning condition or arrangement; "switched from keyboard to voice mode"
- a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility
- verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker
- any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave
- the most frequent value of a random variable
"Mode" in song lyrics
See how mode is used in real songs:
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"Try to go against the grain, I stands Lounge Mode"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders -
"The world's cold, probably why I stay in battle mode"
Aceyalone — Rappers Rappers Rappers -
"Headed for the mountaintop, lookin for gold mode"
Aceyalone — In Stereo
Words that rhyme with mode
Usage tips for "mode"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "mode" 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 mode to find words that pair well.