Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandwagon
noun
/ˈbændˌwæɡən/
Definition
A popular trend or activity that many people join in on, often because others are participating.
Examples
- Many people jumped on the social media bandwagon after it became widely popular.
- The politician’s supporters were criticized for their tendency to follow the bandwagon.
- Once the new technology became successful, everyone wanted to get on the bandwagon.
Meaning
The term ‘bandwagon’ refers to the growing popularity of a particular idea, activity, or movement that attracts an increasing number of followers.
Synonyms
- trend
- craze
- fad
- movement
- following
