zeitgeist

[tsahyt-, zahyt-gahyst] / ˈtsaɪt-, ˈzaɪtˌgaɪst /

NOUN

spirit of the time

Synonyms

STRONG

climate outlook spirit trend

WEAK

ambience atmosphere disposition feeling flavor inclination leaning milieu movement tendency tenor tone

Example Sentences

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The paper was "the zeitgeist of print", Rajan said in his tribute, and "embodied Thatcher's Britain - though not her politics".

From BBC

He placed these zeitgeist figures in the orbit of a more humble historical figure named Henry Carr, who figured into Joyce’s “Ulysses.”

From Los Angeles Times

Other Netflix shows, like “House of Cards,” have certainly captured the zeitgeist before, but co-CEO Ted Sarandos said he believes “Stranger Things” stands above some previous hits.

From Los Angeles Times

Forget “Deadpool and Wolverine,” “Despicable Me 4” or whatever film pundits are predicting will finally permeate the summer zeitgeist.

From Los Angeles Times

Released in February to moderate streaming numbers but resounding critical success, “Aiwo” reaffirmed Pabön as one of the most radical and original artists working in Latin music today — a globally minded songwriter who generates esoteric combinations of styles while staying grounded to the pop zeitgeist.

From Los Angeles Times