episememe

/ɛpɪˈsɛmɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

A meme that is popular for a short time and then loses its appeal, often used to describe an internet trend or fad.

“The episememe of the dancing chicken challenge lasted only a few weeks before it was replaced by a new meme.”

Synonyms

  • internet fad
  • meme of the moment

Antonyms

  • cultural phenomenon
  • lasting trend