popularity
The quality or state of being popular; especially, the state of being widely liked or in favor with the people at large.
Example
“This destination has increased in popularity after great reviews in the guide books.”
Other meanings
cheapness; inferiority; vulgarity.
The quality or state of being adapted or pleasing to common, poor, or vulgar people
Related words
- nonpopularity
- overpopularity
- unpopularity
- popularity contest
Word history
From Latin "popularitas" (an effort to please the people).
Where this comes from
This definition is adapted from “popularity” on Wiktionary, by its contributors, published under CC BY-SA 4.0. This page is published under the same licence.