Craze: meaning, definitions and examples

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craze

 

[ kreษชz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

current trend

A craze is a sudden, widespread enthusiasm for something, typically a fashion, activity, or idea. It is characterized by a high level of popularity and intense interest for a short period of time.

Synonyms

fad, mania, trend

Examples of usage

  • The latest craze in fashion is oversized sunglasses.
  • The dance challenge on social media has become a craze among teenagers.
  • The viral video sparked a craze for the new dance move.
  • The craze for organic food has been growing steadily over the past few years.
Context #2 | Verb

to become obsessed with

To craze means to become extremely enthusiastic or obsessed with something. It often implies a temporary infatuation or intense interest that may fade over time.

Synonyms

fixate, infatuate, obsess

Examples of usage

  • She crazed over the new celebrity gossip magazine.
  • He crazed about collecting vintage vinyl records.
  • The kids crazed for the latest video game release.

Translations

Translations of the word "craze" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mania

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคจเฅเคฎเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wahn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kegilaan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพะถะตะฒั–ะปะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mania

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็†ฑ็‹‚

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท folie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ locura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑlgฤฑnlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ด๊ด‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู†ูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกรญlenstvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกialenstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹‚็ƒญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ norost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รฆรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะฝะดั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ˜แƒŸแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™licษ™lik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ locura

Etymology

The word 'craze' originated in the late 19th century, possibly derived from the Middle English word 'crasen' meaning 'to crush or break'. Over time, it evolved to signify a fashion or trend that captures widespread attention. The concept of crazes has been observed throughout history in various forms, reflecting society's changing interests and influences.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,448, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.