A simple app for complex minds.

Term

fad n

Fad means a style, activity, or interest that becomes popular for a short time and then quickly loses attention. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of fad

  • a style, activity, or interest that becomes popular for a short time and then quickly loses attention

Usage examples of fad

That fitness fad disappeared after a few months.

Buying tiny indoor trees became a fad among college students.

The app was a fad rather than a lasting change in behavior.

Related vocabulary