B2noun1K

Mode

UK /["/məʊd/"]/US /["/məʊd/"]/

Definition

a particular way of doing something; a particular type of something

In simple words: A way or method of doing something.

Examples

  • The device has three different mode settings for power consumption.
  • She switched the camera to night mode to enhance the picture quality.
  • In statistics, the mode is the number that appears most frequently in a data set.
  • The game offers a multiplayer mode where you can play with friends online.
  • His writing style is in the romantic mode, full of emotion and vivid descriptions.
  • During class, the teacher encouraged students to write in the indicative mode.
  • The washing machine’s eco mode uses less water and energy.

Usage notes

Use 'mode' when discussing different ways things can be done. It’s suitable for both everyday conversation and formal writing but avoid in casual, very relaxed contexts.

Grammar pattern

mode + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mode' as a 'code' – it helps you unlock different ways to do things.

Collocations

  • normal
  • traditional
  • usual
  • adopt
  • use
  • enter
  • in…mode
  • mode of
  • a mode of address
  • a mode of communication
  • a mode of expression
  • normal
  • traditional
  • usual
  • adopt
  • use
  • enter
  • in…mode
  • mode of
  • a mode of address
  • a mode of communication
  • a mode of expression
  • normal
  • traditional
  • usual
  • adopt
  • use
  • enter
  • in…mode
  • mode of
  • a mode of address
  • a mode of communication
  • a mode of expression

Synonyms

  • method
  • manner
  • style
  • form
  • way

Antonyms

  • disorder
  • chaos

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'model' – don’t mix them up.
  • Used inappropriately as a verb – 'mode' is a noun.
  • Forgetting to specify what kind of mode it is.