Synonyms of subculture

subculture

noun

as in culture

a group that has beliefs and behaviors that are different from the main groups within a culture or society

a subculture of local painters

a subculture of poverty and crime

Related Words

• culture
• society
• life
• legacy
• lifestyle
• civilization
• subsociety
• values
• customs
• tradition
• heritage
• manners
• mores
• folklore

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of subculture

The Australian all-female punk band Body Type is a product of the continent’s thriving, incredibly independent DIY movement, which is, sonically, one of the most distinct subcultures in the world. — Charles Moss, SPIN, 23 July 2026

This placed it more in the category of a new musical, which also meant needing to educate Broadway audiences about the subculture. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2026

The Hippyatnik festival, which first started in 1972, is known to be a gathering place for members of various subcultures; activities range from singing and dancing to body painting, cosplay, and sword fighting. — Lesya Lapina & Sergey Hyugge, The Dial, 21 July 2026

The term gooner refers to someone involved in an online subculture focused on excessive and prolonged masturbation, known as gooning. — Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026