popularity

American  

[pop-yuh-lar-i-tee] / ˌpɒp yəˈlær ɪ ti /

noun

1. the quality or fact of being popular.

   Synonyms:

   repute, fame, fashion, vogue, acclaim

2. the favor of the general public or of a particular group of people.

   His popularity with television audiences is unrivaled.

   Synonyms:

   repute, fame, fashion, vogue, acclaim

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Other Word Forms

• nonpopularity noun
• overpopularity noun
• semipopularity noun

Etymology

Origin of popularity

First recorded in 1540–50, popularity is from the Latin word populāritās a courting of popular favor. See popular, -ity

Example Sentences

Borrowing has gained popularity with the ultrawealthy, who often have much of their assets tied up in investments like private-equity holdings or shares in the companies they founded.

From The Wall Street Journal

The prime minister has faced questions about his leadership for months, following numerous U-turns and a drop in his government's popularity.

From BBC

But as the degree programs have grown in popularity, disagreements continue to emerge between California State University and California Community Colleges as competition for students tightens.

From Los Angeles Times

That solution is growing in popularity, as "the window with snow is getting more and more narrow," the veterinarian says.

From Barron's

At the core, 4o’s popularity and its potential for harm appear to stem from the same quality: its humanlike propensity to build emotional connections with users, often by mirroring and encouraging them.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• acceptance
• acclaim
• demand
• fame
• following
• reputation