Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the spirit of the age/the spirit of the times
Phrase
/ðə ˈspɪrɪt əv ði eɪdʒ/ /ðə ˈspɪrɪt əv ðə taɪmz/
Definition
The prevailing ideas, attitudes, or moods that characterize a particular period in history.
Examples
- The spirit of the age in the 1960s was marked by social change and counterculture movements.
- Many artists reflect the spirit of the times in their work.
- The novel captures the spirit of the age with its exploration of existential themes.
Meaning
It refers to the common beliefs and feelings of a specific time, shaping the thoughts and actions of people during that era.
Synonyms
- zeitgeist
- mood of the time
- cultural climate
