Definition

Relating to the style or culture that developed after the punk movement, often characterized by a mix of different musical genres and artistic expressions.

Example

The band's sound was heavily influenced by postpunk elements, blending rock with electronic music.

Conversation

Have you listened to that new band with the postpunk vibe?

Yeah, I heard a couple of their songs; they're pretty good!

I love how they mix old punk sounds with modern elements in their music.

Absolutely! It’s refreshing to see postpunk making a comeback.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postpunk → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "punk" (from the genre of music and culture that emerged in the 1970s). The term "postpunk" refers to a style of music and culture that developed after the initial punk movement, characterized by a more experimental and diverse approach.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post-' meaning 'after' and 'punk' as the original music genre — postpunk is the music that came after punk, evolving into something new.

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