glam

Meanings

• adjective

  1. A state of great beauty, elegance, or fashionability.

  - "She looked stunning in her glamorous gown."
  - "The party was a glam event with famous celebrities in attendance."

• noun

  2. A style or movement in music, art, or literature characterized by extravagance and theatricality.

  - "The 1970s glam rock scene was known for its androgynous performers and glittery costumes."
  - "David Bowie's album 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars' is a classic example of glam music."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with glam
palm , calm , balm

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Variants

List of all variants of glam that leads to same result
glam , glams , glammed , glamming , glam rock

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the word 'glamour' meaning 'enchantment' or 'charm', glam came to be associated with the glamorous and fashionable in the 1960s and 1970s.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'glam' was popularized in the late 1960s and early 1970s by musicians such as David Bowie, Marc Bolan, and Elton John.

2. The glam rock scene was known for its androgynous performers, who often wore makeup, glitter, and outlandish costumes.

3. The term 'glam' has also been used to describe a style of fashion, characterized by its elegance and sophistication.

4. In the 1970s, glam rock was often criticized by the media and conservative groups for its androgynous and theatrical nature.

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Related Concepts

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1. glamour: A state of charm and enchantment.

2. androgyny: A state of being neither distinctly masculine nor feminine, often associated with glam culture.

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Culture

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The term 'glam' has been used extensively in various cultural contexts, including music, fashion, and art. In music, glam rock emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s, characterized by its androgynous performers, glittery costumes, and theatricality. In fashion, glamour is synonymous with elegance and style. In art, glam can refer to the use of extravagance and theatricality to capture the viewer's attention.

How to Memorize "glam"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the concept of glam as a state of great beauty, elegance, or fashionability. Imagine yourself in a beautiful, glamorous setting, surrounded by elegance and style.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'glam' with the idea of beauty, elegance, and fashion. Think of glamorous celebrities, fashion shows, and elegant parties.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'Glamorous' to remember the meaning of 'glam'. G - Great, L - Looks, A - Amazing, M - Marvelous, O - Outstanding, R - Radiant, O - Overwhelming, U - Unforgettable, S - Spectacular.

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