popularity

[ pop-yuh-lar-i-tee ]

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

Other Words From

• nonpop·u·lari·ty noun
• over·popu·lari·ty noun
• semi·popu·lari·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of popularity¹

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

Example Sentences

These hostages appear to be Hamas’s remaining leverage, as the group’s capacity to fight Israel has been very limited, and its popularity has significantly declined in Gaza.

From BBC

“I would think this would call for some introspection and consideration of why Trump has grown in popularity in a state like this.”

From Los Angeles Times

But she was adorned with pine incense and intricate lamps usually reserved for the wealthy, leaving room for speculation about the popularity of gladiatrices among Rome and her subjects.

From Salon

The growing popularity of the nutritious “superfood” among health food advocates has transformed the traditional subsistence crop into an important export commodity, providing much needed income to one of the poorest areas of Peru.

From Science Magazine

However, he lags behind Drake in terms of popularity.

From BBC

Related Words

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