WORD MEANING
Adult contemporary meaning
uh-DULT kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee · noun
A radio format that features a mix of current and recent popular music aimed at adult listeners, often including soft rock, pop, and ballads.
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A genre of music targeting mature audiences with themes relevant to adult life.
A category in music charts representing songs popular among adult demographics.
A style of television programming designed for adult viewers with contemporary themes.
The term is primarily used in media and entertainment contexts, especially radio and music industries.
Examples
She enjoys listening to adult contemporary music while working.
The radio station switched to an adult contemporary format last year.