Passing Fancy

Pronunciation: /ˈpæsɪŋ ˈfænsi/

Definitions of passing fancy

noun an idea or notion that is quickly abandoned or forgotten

Example Sentences

A1 I have a passing fancy for collecting stamps.

A2 Her interest in painting was just a passing fancy.

B1 His passing fancy for photography turned into a lifelong passion.

B2 The idea of starting a business was more than just a passing fancy for her.

C1 The passing fancy of learning a new language led to a career in translation.

C2 For him, the passing fancy of traveling turned into a full-time job as a travel blogger.

Examples of passing fancy in a Sentence

formal The notion that success can be achieved overnight is nothing more than a passing fancy.

informal Don't waste your time chasing after passing fancies; focus on what truly matters.

slang I thought her interest in him was just a passing fancy, but it turns out they're actually dating now.

figurative In the grand scheme of things, material possessions are just passing fancies compared to the relationships we build.

Grammatical Forms of passing fancy

• past tense: passed fancy
• plural: passing fancies
• comparative: more passing fancy
• superlative: most passing fancy
• present tense: passing fancy
• future tense: will be passing fancy
• perfect tense: have passed fancy
• continuous tense: is passing fancy
• singular: passing fancy
• positive degree: passing fancy
• infinitive: to pass fancy
• gerund: passing fancy
• participle: passing fancy

Origin and Evolution of passing fancy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'passing fancy' originated in English literature to describe something that is fleeting or temporary.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to describe something that is transient or not lasting, the term 'passing fancy' has evolved to also imply something that is whimsical or capricious in nature.