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megatrend

American  
[meg-uh-trend] / ˈmɛg əˌtrɛnd /

noun

  1. a major trend or movement.


Etymology

Origin of megatrend

mega- + trend

Example Sentences

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Wei told analysts Thursday that the AI megatrend is strengthening and he believes demand for semiconductors will continue to be fundamental for AI applications.

From Barron's Oct. 16, 2025

"A megatrend like climate change ... poses a significant threat to the well-being of unempowered women in rural areas and urban slums," she added.

From Reuters Jun. 14, 2022

Especially important was its adaptation to a megatrend — globalization — which enabled its small businesses to connect with package tour companies in Paris, Tokyo and beyond.

From Washington Post May 11, 2021

He said that the airline needed to focus on the rise of travel among Chinese people, and that it would move quickly to profit from that "megatrend".

From BBC Nov. 18, 2016

"The megatrend of video shifting online is just beginning and will drive consolidation through the ecosystem," says tech investor Rick Heitzmann.

From The Verge May 12, 2015

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