Counterculture
Counterculture
Counterculture (/ˈkaʊntərˌkʌltʃər/) is a term used to describe a cultural group or movement that strongly opposes the values and norms of mainstream society.
Etymology
The term "counterculture" is a compound of the words "counter-" and "culture." The prefix "counter-" is derived from the Latin contra, which means "against." The word "culture" comes from the Latin cultura, which means "cultivation" or "tending." Thus, "counterculture" can be understood as a culture that goes against or opposes the mainstream culture.
Definition
Countercultures are characterized by their opposition to mainstream or dominant cultural norms and values. They often emerge in response to perceived injustices or shortcomings in the dominant culture. Countercultures can encompass a wide range of social, political, and artistic movements.
Examples
Some notable examples of countercultures include the Beat Generation of the 1950s, the Hippie movement of the 1960s, and the Punk movement of the 1970s and 1980s. Each of these movements rejected mainstream values and norms, and sought to create alternative communities based on their own ideals and values.
Related Terms
- Subculture: A cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture.
- Cultural Revolution: A radical socio-political movement that seeks to change and reform a society's culture.
- Alternative Culture: A type of culture that exists outside or on the margins of mainstream society.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Counterculture
- Wikipedia's article - Counterculture
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