B2nouninformalmediasociety
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something that is very popular for a short time and then forgotten
In context
Some people think online learning is just a fad, but it's here to stay.
She tries every diet fad she sees on social media.
Fidget spinners were a fad that lasted about one year.
Words that go with fad
adjective + noun
- passing fadIs this app just a passing fad?
- latest fadHe follows every latest fad in fashion.
- just a fadMy parents said smartphones were just a fad.
noun + noun
- diet fadMost diet fads don't work long term.
- fad dietDoctors warn against fad diets.