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faddy

adjective

Definition of faddynext
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval that chef's faddy cuisine was all the rage among foodies for a while

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Recent Examples of faddy The focus here is purely on delivering pleasing results, rather than a chance to play around with faddy AI toys. — Paul Monckton, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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  1. fashionable
  2. popular
  3. favorite
Adjective
  • That willingness to pay for something that feels worth the splurge extends beyond a fashionable handbag.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • By contrast, fashionable abstraction may refuse beauty, intelligibility, or civic meaning, yet remain thin and dependent on institutional explanation.
    — Frank Porcu, New York Daily News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of fashionable
Adjective
  • But thanks to his prolific output and fun, accessible style, Max's work remained popular well into the 21st century.
    — BETH J. HARPAZ THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Amenities and experiences Due to its size and location, the NH Palazzo Cinquecento is a popular business hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of popular
Adjective
  • Fiorella Valdesolo spoke with NYCB diehards about their favorite seats, the shows on their must-see lists, and where to eat and drink before and after the final curtain.
    — Fiorella Valdesolo, Curbed, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Unsuspecting shoppers inevitably will be lured by the delicious smells — and perhaps find their new favorite food court vendor.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 22 Sep. 2026
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“Faddy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faddy. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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