Synonyms for

Craze

Verb / kreɪz / Another word for craze — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an intense and sudden enthusiasm or fashion

Synonyms & similar words

rage fad fury furore hysteria delirium frenzy cult madden furor fad trend mania rage craze passion enthusiasm mania craziness madness excitement euphoria fancy craze vogue fashion craze style furore obsession

Synonyms by register

Formal

mania delirium frenzy infatuation

Informal

fad rage trend sensation craze

Literary

fervor ardor zeal

Antonyms

calm sobriety reason disinterest apathy restraint

Common collocations

  • a passing craze
  • a new craze
  • the latest craze
  • go through a craze
  • a craze for
  • become a craze
  • a worldwide craze

Word family

noun craze
verb crazed
adjective crazy

Usage note

While 'craze' can refer to a strong, widespread enthusiasm, it often implies a temporary and sometimes irrational one. It is generally informal.

Example sentences

  1. The craze for TikTok has taken over social media.
  2. The Rubik's Cube was a craze in the 1980s.
  3. The craze for Pokémon Go brought people together in parks and public places.
  4. The hula hoop was a craze in the 1950s.
  5. The craze for avocado toast shows no signs of slowing down.

Quotes

  • 'The world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn't there before.' - Neil Gaiman
  • 'The only thing that will redeem mankind is cooperation.' - Bertrand Russell
  • 'Passion makes the world go round. Love just makes it a safer place.' - Ice T

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