mainstream opinion

[/ˈmeɪnˌstrim əˈpɪnjən/]
nounpl: mainstream opinions
opinião dominante
1. the prevailing or widely accepted view held by the majority of people in society or a particular group
The mainstream opinion on climate change has shifted significantly over the past decade.
A opinião dominante sobre mudanças climáticas mudou significativamente na última década.
2. conventional wisdom; the consensus view supported by established institutions and media
Going against mainstream opinion can be risky for a politician's career.
Ir contra a opinião dominante pode ser arriscado para a carreira de um político.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'mainstream opinion' is frequently referenced in political discourse, media criticism, and academic discussions. The term carries weight in social debates, as challenging mainstream opinion can lead to social stigmatization or career consequences, reflecting broader tensions between conformity and individual expression in modern society.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
conventional wisdomprevailing viewconsensus opinionpopular opinioncommon view
Antonyms / Antônimos
fringe opinionmarginal viewminority opiniondissenting viewunconventional opinion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
opinião dominante
most common and formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
opinião geral
slightly more colloquial variant
São Paulo
opinião mainstream
English term often used in business and media contexts
Portugal
opinião maioritária
uses 'maioritária' instead of 'dominante'

Related Words

mainstream mediaconsensuspublic opinionprevailing attitudesocial norm

Related Idioms & Phrases

go against the grain
swim against the current
out of the mainstream
in the mainstream
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