trend

noun

UK /trɛnd/

US /trɛnd/

A trend is a way that many people start doing things.

Wearing bright colors is a popular trend this year.

SYNONYMS

fashion craze fad movement tendency

RELATED WORDS

style popularity pattern change direction

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The general direction in which something is changing.

The trend in prices is going up.

3. To move or develop in a certain direction.

Sales trend higher during the holidays.

4. A general tendency or pattern over time.

Scientists study trends in the weather.