Definition

Describing something that has qualities or features typical of a trend that is popular for a short time.

Example

The fadlike fashion quickly faded away after just a few months.

Conversation

Have you seen those new shoes everyone is talking about?

Yeah, they look really fadlike to me, like they'll be out of style soon.

I thought so too, but some people say they're super comfortable.

Comfort is great, but I wouldn't want to invest in something so fadlike.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fadlike is formed from "fad" (originating from Old English *fǣd*, meaning a temporary fashion or craze) and "-like" (meaning resembling or characteristic of). The word "fadlike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of a temporary fashion or craze.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'fad' as a temporary trend, and '-like' means resembling. So, something that is 'fadlike' is similar to a passing trend.

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