a style, activity, or interest that is very popular for a short period of time

the latest health fad 最新健康时尚

UK There was a fad for wearing ripped jeans a few years ago. 几年前有一阵子流行穿有洞的牛仔裤。

Synonyms: crazefashion (POPULAR STYLE)mania (STRONG INTEREST) mode (FASHION)style (FASHION)trend vogue

Compare: cult nounmania (STRONG INTEREST)