The term "mainstream" refers to the prevailing attitudes, beliefs, and practices of a society or culture. Synonyms for "the mainstream" include the prevalent, dominant, established, or prevailing norms or values of a society. Other synonyms for "the mainstream" include the status quo, the conventional, the popular, the accepted, and the common. These terms refer to the commonly-held ideas, opinions, or practices that are widely accepted and adhered to within a particular community or culture. While these concepts have some overlap, they may also differ in subtly nuanced ways that reflect the social and cultural context in which they are used.