CRAZE Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'craze' distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of craze are fad , fashion , mode , rage , style , and vogue . While all these words mean "the usage accepted by those who want to be up-to-date," rage and craze stress intense enthusiasm in adopting a fad. // Cajun food was the rage nearly everywhere for a time // crossword puzzles once seemed just a passing craze but have lasted

Q: When is 'fad' a more appropriate choice than 'craze'?

The meanings of fad and craze largely overlap; however, fad suggests caprice in taking up or in dropping a fashion. // last year's fad is over

Q: When is it sensible to use 'fashion' instead of 'craze'?

Although the words fashion and craze have much in common, fashion is the most general term and applies to any way of dressing, behaving, writing, or performing that is favored at any one time or place. // the current fashion

Q: In what contexts can 'mode' take the place of 'craze'?

In some situations, the words mode and craze are roughly equivalent. However, mode suggests the fashion of the moment among those anxious to appear elegant and sophisticated. // slim bodies are the mode at this resort

Q: When can 'style' be used instead of 'craze'?

The words style and craze are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, style often implies a distinctive fashion adopted by people of taste. // a media baron used to traveling in style

Q: Where would 'vogue' be a reasonable alternative to 'craze'?

While in some cases nearly identical to craze , vogue stresses the wide acceptance of a fashion. // short skirts are back in vogue

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noun

Definition of craze

as in trend

a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time if history is any guide, this latest diet for losing weight is just another craze

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verb

ˈkrāz

as in to frenzy

to cause to go insane or as if insane horses crazed by the barn fire kicked out their stall doors as they tried to escape

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How is the word craze distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of craze are fad, fashion, mode, rage, style, and vogue. While all these words mean "the usage accepted by those who want to be up-to-date," rage and craze stress intense enthusiasm in adopting a fad.

Cajun food was the rage nearly everywhere for a time

crossword puzzles once seemed just a passing craze but have lasted

When is fad a more appropriate choice than craze?

The meanings of fad and craze largely overlap; however, fad suggests caprice in taking up or in dropping a fashion.

last year's fad is over

When is it sensible to use fashion instead of craze?

Although the words fashion and craze have much in common, fashion is the most general term and applies to any way of dressing, behaving, writing, or performing that is favored at any one time or place.

the current fashion

In what contexts can mode take the place of craze?

In some situations, the words mode and craze are roughly equivalent. However, mode suggests the fashion of the moment among those anxious to appear elegant and sophisticated.

slim bodies are the mode at this resort

When can style be used instead of craze?

The words style and craze are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, style often implies a distinctive fashion adopted by people of taste.

a media baron used to traveling in style

Where would vogue be a reasonable alternative to craze?

While in some cases nearly identical to craze, vogue stresses the wide acceptance of a fashion.

short skirts are back in vogue

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Recent Examples of craze

Noun

Pros & Cons No software is immune to the AI craze, including Apple Photos. — Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 Released just four years after Return of the Jedi, Spaceballs takes the space craze that followed Star Wars and turns it into comedic opera. — Rance Collins, Entertainment Weekly, 28 June 2026

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The collectible toys craze shows little sign of slowing, with the plush industry growing 102% from 2019 to 2024. — Charlotte Hu, Time, 30 Apr. 2026 The story quickly captivated an American public already more space-crazed than usual, thanks to the recent success of Artemis II. — Govert Schilling, Scientific American, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for craze

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Noun

In January, a World Economic Forum report estimated that new technology, alongside other economic and demographic trends, will create 170 million roles and displace 92 million others by 2030.

— Rachel Barber, USA Today, 1 July 2026
This trend, however, sparks concerns about a looming leadership crisis.

— Cindy Rodriguez Constable, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of trend

Noun

Shop crochet ballet flats, peplum tops, capris, and more styles Rounick and Lewis say will be en vogue this summer, starting at just $8 on Amazon.

— Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
The word currently in vogue might be AI or artificial intelligence, but the technology to look forward to is definitely quantum.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 25 June 2026

Definition of vogue

Noun

He’s been known to blow up legislation, make surprise nominations, rage-post about sitting Republican lawmakers and retaliate by endorsing their primary opponents.

— Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Maybe that's why, in a moment when the country feels eggshell brittle, riding has become such an essential outlet for me—a way to turn my rage into forward motion.

— Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026

Definition of rage

Noun

Despite the crypto down market, Securitize is riding a wave of enthusiasm for tokenization as Wall Street increasingly experiments with blockchains.

— Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 2 July 2026
Neon wisely positioned itself as the exact right home for that enthusiasm with an inventive promotional tour that included, among other stops, a free gas giveaway.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026

Definition of enthusiasm

Noun

Miles of security fencing now surround the National Mall, with extensive road closures and airport-style screening at entrances to both the Great American State Fair and the Salute to America event.

— Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
This pretty jean skirt has a stretchy drawstring waistband and two deep front pockets that add a laidback touch to the midi style.

— Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

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