Fad ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Fad ( noun )

1. A craze for a particular activity or item of clothing, etc. that is taken up with great enthusiasm for a brief period and then quickly abandoned.
2. A fashion or style that is very popular for a short time.

Origin:

Early 17th century: probably from obsolete faddle "trifle", of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The hula hoop was just a passing fad.
2. The fad for collecting vinyl records has been on the rise in recent years.
3. The fad diet promised quick weight loss but had no long-term benefits.
4. The fad of wearing neon clothes has come and gone.
5. The latest fad in the tech world is the smartwatch.

(As a verb)

Fad ( verb )

1. A craze for a particular activity or item of clothing, etc. that is taken up with great enthusiasm for a brief period and then quickly abandoned.
2. A fashion or style that is very popular for a short time.

Origin:

Early 17th century: probably from obsolete faddle "trifle", of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The hula hoop was just a passing fad.
2. The fad for collecting vinyl records has been on the rise in recent years.
3. The fad diet promised quick weight loss but had no long-term benefits.
4. The fad of wearing neon clothes has come and gone.
5. The latest fad in the tech world is the smartwatch.