flashmob
Coordinated public stunt
A flashmob is a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform a brief coordinated action—often a dance, song, or freeze—and then disperse just as quickly.
The events are typically organized through social media or text messages: A flashmob broke into choreographed dance at the train station.
The term emerged in the early 2000s.
Also spelled flash mob.
Unexpected event causing astonishment
- astonishmentIntense sudden wonder
- onlookersPeople observing an event
- bystandersPeople present but uninvolved
- amazementOverwhelming surprise and wonder
gasps · cheers · applause · cameras · phones · filming · crowd reaction · disbelief
Aligning timing across systems
- formationCreation or arrangement
- routineRegular sequence of actions
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
steps · sequence · timing · precision · movement · ensemble · practice · drill
Currently gaining widespread attention
- hashtagLabeled link for posts
- shareableAble to be divided
- videoRecorded moving imagery
- uploadTransfer data outward
views · likes · shares · spread · buzz · going viral · compilation · reaction video
Arranging for future events
- recruitmentSeeking new personnel
- secretConcealed information
- participantsThose actively involved
- organizerArrangement tool or person
meetup · location · timing · signal · dispersal · volunteers · coordination · word-of-mouth
surprise
Unexpected event causing astonishment
- astonishmentIntense sudden wonder
- onlookersPeople observing an event
- bystandersPeople present but uninvolved
amazement · gasps · cheers · applause · cameras · phones · filming · crowd reaction · disbelief · delight
synchronization
Aligning timing across systems
- formationCreation or arrangement
- routineRegular sequence of actions
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
rehearsal · steps · sequence · timing · precision · movement · ensemble · practice · drill · freeze
trending
Currently gaining widespread attention
upload · views · likes · shares · spread · buzz · going viral · compilation · reaction video · comments
planning
Arranging for future events
- recruitmentSeeking new personnel
- secretConcealed information
- participantsThose actively involved
organizer · meetup · location · timing · signal · dispersal · volunteers · coordination · word-of-mouth · invitation
flashmobriot
Violent public disturbance
mob violence · uprising · angry mob · violent protest · melee