Basic Details
Word: Genre
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A category or type of art, literature, or music that shares similar characteristics.
Synonyms: Category, type, class
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- In a genre of its own: Describes something that is unique and does not fit into any other category. Example: "The artist's latest painting is in a genre of its own, unlike anything we've seen before."
- Crossing genres: Using elements from different categories in art or literature. Example: "The movie is great at crossing genres, combining comedy and horror in an unexpected way."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Science fiction is my favourite genre because I love stories about space and futuristic technology.
Example 2: The library has a section dedicated to each genre, from mystery to romance.
Example 3: The new song blends elements of pop and jazz, creating a unique genre that many enjoy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "genre" comes from the French word for "kind" or "type"? It was originally used in the 14th century to describe categories of art and literature.
Famous Quote
"The beauty of genre is that it helps us to make sense of a world that is often chaotic." Steve Berry
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "genre" mean?
a) A type of clothing
b) A category of art or literature
c) A kind of food
d) A place to read
Answer: b) A category of art or literature
2. Which of these is a synonym of "genre"?
a) Animal
b) Category
c) Number
d) Size
Answer: b) Category
3. Which sentence uses "genre" correctly?
a) I want to get a genre for my birthday.
b) The genre of the book is fantasy.
c) Genre is a type of dessert.
d) We played genre in the park.
Answer: b) The genre of the book is fantasy.
4. Which idiom means something unique regarding genre?
a) In a genre of its own
b) On cloud nine
c) Break the ice
d) Cutting corners
Answer: a) In a genre of its own
5. What is the opposite of "genre"?
a) N/A
b) Type
c) Class
d) Style
Answer: a) N/A
