counterculture (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊntərˌkʌltʃər/
Definition
A way of life and set of attitudes opposed to or at variance with the prevailing social norm.
Examples
The punk rock movement of the 1970s emerged as a vibrant counterculture, rejecting mainstream music and fashion.
Many young people in the 1960s joined the counterculture, advocating for peace and social change.
Even today, small groups form a counterculture, challenging established ideas about society and lifestyle.
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