Synonyms

popularity

American

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

noun

the quality or fact of being popular.

Synonyms:

repute, fame, fashion, vogue, acclaim
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

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

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AFP examines the game's growing popularity, particularly among young fans.

From Barron's

The popularity of the New Year's Eve festivities grew to a point in the 1800s where Edinburgh's streets were packed after midnight, a testament to the already established zest for the occasion.

From BBC

The technology has largely conquered previous pain points in rendering text and fingers, and has gained widespread popularity as a result.

From MarketWatch

Britain’s grid hasn’t undergone a major upgrade since the 1960s, when the rising popularity of refrigerators and washing machines turbocharged demand for electricity.

From The Wall Street Journal

His popularity was clear from the turnout for the statue's unveiling – its sculptor, local artist Andy Edwards, said they counted approximately 3,000 people.

From BBC

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