Bandwagon

Pronunciation: /ˈbænˌdwæɡən/

Bandwagon (noun)

  1. a popular activity or idea that many people start to follow.
  2. a movement or cause that gains support because it seems successful.
  3. a large wagon used for carrying a band in a parade.

Examples

  • Everyone jumped on the bandwagon when the new diet became popular.
  • She joined the bandwagon of people using the latest app.

Common collocations: jump on the bandwagon, bandwagon effect, bandwagon appeal, bandwagon support, jump on the bandwagon

Synonyms of Bandwagon

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Bandwagon

  • when describing personal uniqueness