faddish
UK: ˈfæd.ɪʃ | US: ˈfæd.ɪʃ
adj. following or influenced by a short-lived trend or fashion
adj. characterized by fleeting popularity
The word "faddish" combines "fad," a 19th-century term of uncertain origin (possibly from dialectal "faddle" meaning "trifle"), with the suffix "-ish," which denotes resemblance or tendency. "Fad" originally referred to whims or passing enthusiasms, evolving to describe transient trends. The suffix "-ish" (from Old English "-isc") generalizes this trait, creating an adjective meaning "prone to fads." The term reflects societal observations of cyclical, often superficial trends.
The store's faddish decorations changed every season to attract younger customers.
His faddish obsession with kale smoothies lasted only a few months.
Critics dismissed the art movement as faddish and lacking depth.
She avoided faddish diets, preferring sustainable eating habits.
The tech industry is notorious for its faddish buzzwords.