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grunge

/ɡɹʌndʒ/
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Grunge is a type of rock music that emerged in the 1980s, primarily from the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is characterized by its raw, distorted sound, often featuring heavy guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and often featuring themes of alienation, social commentary, and a blend of punk and heavy metal influences.

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"grunge" as noun

1 - Dirt or filth, especially when difficult to clean.

2 - The state of being filthy; grubbiness.

3 - A subgenre of alternative rock, originating from Seattle, Washington, which melds punk and metal.

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1 - grunge
2 - punk
3 - heavy metal
4 - rock
5 - dark
6 - gritty
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Antonyms
1 - elegant
2 - refined
3 - polished
4 - sleek
5 - sophisticated
6 - glamorous
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