bandwagon effect

• Psychologisches Phänomen, bei dem Menschen ein bestimmtes Verhalten, einen Stil oder eine Einstellung übernehmen, nur weil es andere tun, was oft zu einem schnellen Anstieg der Beliebtheit eines Trends führt.

A psychological phenomenon where people adopt certain behaviors, styles, or attitudes simply because others are doing so, often leading to a trend gaining rapid popularity.

1. Social phenomenonB2formal

   The tendency for people to adopt certain behaviors, styles, or attitudes simply because others are doing so.

   Mitläufer-Effekt

   • The bandwagon effect caused many investors to buy the same stock.
   • Politicians often rely on the bandwagon effect to gain support.
   • The bandwagon effect can be seen in fashion trends and viral challenges.