Pronunciation: /kreɪz/

Definitions of craze

noun an intense but short-lived passion or enthusiasm for something

Example Sentences

A1 The new dance craze is sweeping the nation.

A2 The fidget spinner craze was popular among teenagers last year.

B1 The craze for organic food has been growing steadily over the past decade.

B2 The craze for virtual reality technology shows no signs of slowing down.

C1 The craze for cryptocurrency investments has led to a surge in new digital currencies.

C2 The craze for Korean skincare products has become a global phenomenon.

verb to cause to become insane or irrational

Example Sentences

A1 She craze for chocolate is uncontrollable.

A2 The new dance craze is sweeping through the town.

B1 Many people craze over the latest technology gadgets.

B2 His obsession with fitness has caused him to craze over protein shakes.

C1 The artist's work craze the art world with its unique style and vision.

C2 The fashion designer's new collection craze the fashion industry, with everyone wanting to wear his designs.

Examples of craze in a Sentence

formal The latest fashion craze has taken the industry by storm.

informal Everyone's jumping on the new fitness craze.

slang Have you heard about the new dance craze that's going viral?

figurative The craze for adventure never seems to die down in him.

Grammatical Forms of craze

past tense

crazed

plural

crazes

comparative

crazier

superlative

craziest

present tense

craze

future tense

will craze

perfect tense

have crazed

continuous tense

is crazing

singular

craze

positive degree

craze

infinitive

to craze

gerund

crazing

participle

crazed

Origin and Evolution of craze

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'craze' originated from the Middle English word 'crasen' which meant to crush or break into pieces.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'craze' shifted from breaking into pieces to a sudden and widespread enthusiasm or interest in something.