Meaning & use
popularity
The state of being liked, admired, or supported by a large number of people.
See it in a sentence
The band's popularity grew rapidly after their song went viral online.
The mayor's popularity dropped sharply after the controversial tax increase.
A note on using this word
Popularity refers to being widely liked, which is not the same as respect or admiration for one's abilities or character.
Words with a similar meaning
fameacclaim
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Words with an opposite meaning
unpopularity
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