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fad

[fad]

fad Definition

an intense and widely shared enthusiasm for something, especially one that is short-lived and without basis in the object's qualities; a craze.

Using fad: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fad" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fad for wearing ripped jeans has returned.

  • Example

    The latest fitness fad is all about high-intensity interval training.

  • Example

    The fidget spinner was a fad that quickly lost its popularity.

  • Example

    The company's new product became a fad among teenagers.

fad Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fad

Antonyms for fad

Idioms Using fad

  • something that is popular for a short time and then forgotten

    Example

    Experts predicted that the hoverboard would be a passing fad, and they were right.

  • a weight-loss diet that becomes very popular for a short time

    Example

    The grapefruit diet was a fad diet in the 1970s.

  • a person who follows every new trend or fad

    Example

    She's such a fad chaser, always buying the latest gadgets and trying out the newest diets.

Phrases with fad

  • a temporary trend in health and wellness, often involving diets or exercise routines

    Example

    The juice cleanse is a popular health fad.

  • a temporary trend in toys, often involving collectibles or gadgets

    Example

    The Tamagotchi was a popular toy fad in the 1990s.

  • a temporary trend in fashion, often involving clothing or accessories

    Example

    The neon colors of the 1980s were a fashion fad.

Origins of fad

originated from the Middle English word 'fadden', meaning 'to feed' or 'nourish'

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Summary: fad in Brief

'Fad' [fad] refers to an intense and short-lived enthusiasm for something, often without any real basis in the object's qualities. It can refer to anything from fashion trends to health crazes, as in 'The latest fitness fad is all about high-intensity interval training.' 'Fad' is often used in phrases like 'a passing fad,' which means something that is popular for a short time and then forgotten, and 'fad chaser,' which refers to a person who follows every new trend or fad.

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