genres

noun

plural of genre
as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common the novel's hero is of a different genre than the traditional kind

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Recent Examples of genres The lineup can cross genres and pull the crowd somewhere unexpected. — Svetlana Khachiyan, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 But Parton, who died Tuesday in Nashville at age 80, also ventured into other genres, even finding success on Billboard’s dance charts. — Xander Zellner, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026 Parker brings more than two decades of experience producing and overseeing film and television projects across all genres. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 After moving to Miami in the early 1960s, Latimore’s music crossed genres from R&B/soul to blues and onto mainstream pop music stations. — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026 Of course, there are different genres, and dividing into different genres is OK. — Christine Terrisse, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Throughout her storied career, Parton penned several books across a range of genres, including children’s books, a suspense novel, a cookbook and a handful of memoirs. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 Since then, LaBute has ranged across genres and budget levels. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026 Over the years, The Book Rack has offered thousands of books across a wide range of fiction and nonfiction genres, along with candles, notebooks, bookish gifts and more than 100 puzzles. — Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genres
  1. types
  2. kinds
  3. stripes
  4. sorts
  5. varieties
Noun
  • Using modern game design software, students create different types of video games including arcade, role-playing and first-person shooter games.
    — Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In addition, Flock started requiring users to enter specific case numbers and offense types associated with each search.
    — Kenny Jacoby, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of types
Noun
  • The number of vehicles on the streets involved in deliveries of all kinds have exploded, and people are crying out for better and clearer regulations to ensure safety.
    — Jessica Walker, New York Daily News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Podcasters and best-selling authors Joe Posnanski and Michael Schur take readers on a wild, world-wide adventure of main events, mostly sports of all kinds.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of kinds
Noun
  • For years, Cole was mystified by a small, beanlike object with stripes which lurked in the background of certain drawings.
    — Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The 2000s look typically paired these bright palettes with bold prints like polka dots, stripes, and paisleys.
    — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of stripes
Noun
  • Sorry to sit on the fence but both of them… There was little to like about a stale, out-of-sorts Manchester United facing a side with not a single fearsome attacker.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The period included two incomplete passes to Thornton, who looked a little more out of sorts than usual throughout this particular day.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of sorts
Noun
  • Red and gold varieties have also made their way to Miami-Dade.
    — Alex Harris August 25, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The adaptable oak varieties are native to the capital region and, when mature, can often survive the hot, dry summers without being watered — something Leary points to when advocating for preserving the trees rather than planting new ones.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of varieties

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“Genres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genres. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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