subgenre
noun
sub·genre
ˈsəb-ˌzhän-rə 
-ˌzhäⁿ-;
-ˌzhäⁿr;
-ˌjän-rə
variants
or less commonly sub-genre
plural subgenres also sub-genres
: a genre that is part of a larger genre
The series is part of the booming "urban fantasy" subgenre, which features supernatural creatures interacting with ordinary humans in a contemporary city.—
Jennifer Schuessler
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This subgenre stands out for its socially, politically, and spiritually charged lyrics and themes rooted in Afrocentricism.
—Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
The agency's roster focuses on alternative bands across pop-punk, metalcore, post-hardcore and other popular hard rock subgenres.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
In an environment that is rife with divisiveness, having two albums that belong to distinct subgenres — these are not Latin pop — be the most consumed in the country, truly highlights that music has no borders, as corny as that may sound.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 May 2025
That honor goes to Rotten, which combines two incredibly popular subgenres — true crime and cuisine — to explore the dark side of the food industry.
—Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
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Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
The agency's roster focuses on alternative bands across pop-punk, metalcore, post-hardcore and other popular hard rock subgenres.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
In an environment that is rife with divisiveness, having two albums that belong to distinct subgenres — these are not Latin pop — be the most consumed in the country, truly highlights that music has no borders, as corny as that may sound.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 May 2025
That honor goes to Rotten, which combines two incredibly popular subgenres — true crime and cuisine — to explore the dark side of the food industry.
—Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
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“Subgenre.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subgenre. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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