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Mainstream
01
the opinions, activities, or methods that are considered normal because they are accepted by a majority of people
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
singular
not gender specific
Examples
Despite her unconventional ideas, she managed to gain acceptance in the mainstream over time.
mainstream
01
widely accepted or popular among the general public
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most mainstream
Comparative
more mainstream
gradable
domain
culture, society, trends
Examples
The band's latest album was a mainstream success, topping the charts for weeks.
to mainstream
01
to make something widely accepted or integrated into common practice
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
mainstream
3rd person singular
mainstreams
Present participle
mainstreaming
Past simple
mainstreamed
Past participle
mainstreamed
Examples
The new technology was mainstreamed after its success in niche markets.
02
to integrate a student, especially one with disabilities, into regular educational settings
Examples
The school aims to mainstream students with autism by offering personalized support.
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