Fad

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noun

A fashion or trend, that is very popular for a short time, then forgotten quickly.

Bell-bottom jeans were a fad in the 70's.
Visual representation of "fad" - A fashion or trend, that is very popular for a short time, then forgotten quickly.

Often appears as...

  • latest fad
  • passing fad
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Short-lived Popularity

Understand that a fad is often charismatic but disappears quickly, not remaining popular for long.

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The fidget spinner was a huge fad but now they're barely seen.
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Not Classical

Remember, a fad is different from a classic trend that lasts for years or becomes a staple.

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While black dresses are timeless, neon colors were just a fad.
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Often Commercial

Fads are commonly driven by marketing and can be the result of a new product launch.

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The slime-making kits turned into a fad after becoming popular on social media.
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