what is the antonym for fad??

Question

i mean what is the opposite word for fad...if we talk abt it in terms of a certain technology??

Answer 1

There are several words that are totally contradictory to "fad" in certain ways, but the existence of more than one means that neither is a true antonym.

A fad being a temporary fashion craze, either "trend" or "style" would describe something more enduring, while "flop" would describe something that never even gained enough popularity to become a fad.

I don't think it would be correct to say that there is an antonym for "fad".

Answer 2

If we were talking about how VCRs were popular (the fad) and then replaced by DVDs (also the fad), I would say the antonym would be some technology that could not be replaced - perhaps "static" would be the best technical antonym of fad.

Answer 3

You could argue that the opposite of 'fad' or craze is 'normal', 'traditional' or 'common'.

But I would say a more appropriate antonym, especially for fashion or technology, would be 'passé' (meaning fallen out of fashion, old-fashioned, "so last year" etc)

Not sure if that word is used much in the US though!

Answer 4

In terms of a "fad" meaning something that is fleeting and will soon pass, one antonym could be "staple" something that is long lasting and considered basic raw materials. Just one option, I guess it really depends on what it is your looking for exactly.

Answer 5

Fad means fashion ; desire

So its antonyms will be oldness,untideness
hatered,indifference,unpleasantness,
disapproval

Answer 6

classic

Answer 7

timeless

Answer 8

quietren