Popular - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈpɑːpjələr|  American pronunciation of the word popular
Brit.  |ˈpɒpjʊlə|  British pronunciation of the word popular

adjective

- carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large
the popular vote
popular representation
institutions of popular government
- representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large (syn: democratic)
a democratic or popular movement
popular thought
popular science
popular fiction
- (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) (syn: pop)

Extra examples

They have names that were popular a century ago.

He is a popular guy in school.

Spicy foods have become increasingly popular.

That is a very popular misconception.

The word “groovy” was popular in the 1960s but it's outdated now.

Her theories are popular among social scientists.

The book is very popular with children.

Hilary was popular at school.

Coffee is probably the most popular drink in the world.

Guerrero's music is hugely popular in Latin America.

The President is very popular with Jewish voters.

The government has little popular support among women voters.

Kaplan's latest recording has received considerable popular acclaim (=it is liked by a lot of people).

Contrary to popular belief (=in spite of what many people believe), gorillas are basically shy, gentle creatures.

Wintour's writing is full of references to American popular culture.

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