genre

[zhahn-ruh, zhahn-r^uh]

noun

plural

genres 

1. a class or category of artistic endeavor having a particular form, content, technique, or the like.

   the genre of epic poetry; the genre of symphonic music.

2. Fine Arts.

   1. paintings in which scenes of everyday life form the subject matter.

   2. a realistic style of painting using such subject matter.

3. genus; kind; sort; style.

adjective

1. Fine Arts.,  of or relating to genre.

2. of or relating to a distinctive literary type.

genre

/ ˈʒɑːnrə /

noun

1. 1. kind, category, or sort, esp of literary or artistic work

   2. ( as modifier )

      genre fiction

2. a category of painting in which domestic scenes or incidents from everyday life are depicted

genre

1. The kind or type of a work of art, from the French, meaning “kind” or “genus.” Literary genres include the novel and the sonnet. Musical genres include the concerto and the symphony. Film genres include Westerns and horror movies.

Word History and Origins

Origin of genre¹

First recorded in 1760–70; from French: “kind, sort”; gender ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of genre¹

C19: from French, from Old French gendre; see _gender

Example Sentences

Still, that film is a fascinating indication of where anime can go, and the endless possibilities the genre has when it merges with existing markets and properties.

From Salon

In 2014, the Documentary Assn. gave him the Career Achievement Award from for having had “a major impact on the documentary genre though a long and distinguished body of work.”

From Los Angeles Times

By welcoming contemporary genres like rap into sacred spaces, the Vatican signals a continuation of his effort to modernize the Church’s outreach and create new avenues for spiritual connection.

From Salon

The success of “Demon Slayer” is a relief to theater owners at a time when other genres are struggling, including superheroes, comedies and original animation.

From Los Angeles Times

His blend of jazz and traditional folk styles sparked the attention of Brazil's biggest stars in the genre.

From BBC

Related Words

• brand 
• category 
• character 
• fashion 
• kind 
• style