fad
word
Definition
A fad is something (often a style, activity, or interest) that becomes very popular for a short period and then fades away.
Usage & Nuances
'Fad' is usually used for trends that disappear quickly and are often considered superficial. It's common in informal speech about fashion, diets, or online trends. Don't confuse with 'trend' (which can last longer) or 'craze' (which may suggest more intense enthusiasm).
Spanish: moda pasajera - tendencia pasajeraPortuguese (BR): modismo - mania passageiraPortuguese (PT): modismo - mania passageiraChinese (Simplified): 时尚（短暂）- 一时的潮流Chinese (Traditional): 時尚（短暫）- 一時的潮流Hindi: अल्पकालिक प्रचलन - फैडArabic: موضة عابرة - هوس مؤقت
Example Sentences
That hairstyle was just a fad last summer.
basic
The toy became a fad among children.
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Following every new fad can be expensive.
basic
That diet was a total fad—everyone stopped talking about it in a month.
natural
Is this just another weird Internet fad, or is it actually useful?
natural
Back in school, collecting stickers was the big fad.
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