trend
noun
the general course or prevailing tendency; drift.
countertrend
-
a word derived from
trend.
Example Sentences
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“We’re back to animal products in this weird countertrend and beef prices are through the roof.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 14, 2026
We don’t see the makings of a lasting rally, but with sentiment and positioning this one-sided, the setup for a sharp countertrend bounce is hard to ignore.
From Barron's ● Dec. 26, 2025
The report’s authors attribute the countertrend in New York to the rebound of traditionally unionized industries weakened by the recession, including construction and the hotel business.
From New York Times ● Sep. 4, 2016
With each, we’ve included a big “but” or countertrend that could get in the way.
From Slate ● Dec. 23, 2013
Yet the reassuring aspect of culture is that every stifling trend seems to produce a refreshing, subversive countertrend.
From Time Magazine Archive
