1
as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
an actor who was popular in the 1970s
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2
as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
the popular custom of exchanging greeting cards during the holiday season
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as in general
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
popular opinion on that issue has changed dramatically over the years
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as in democratic
of, relating to, or favoring political democracy
a truly popular revolution, not one that replaced one dictatorship with another
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as in affordable
being within the financial means of most people
from their inception, DVDs were designed to be sold directly to consumers at popular prices
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as in cheap
costing little
we also have the popular models, for those who prefer not to invest too much in a new TV
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Recent Examples of popular
This popular straight-shaft gas trimmer is lightweight and easy to use.
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Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Anastasio’s enthusiasm for Bernstein is based, in part, on the composer’s ability to effectively wed classical theory with popular song.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units, compiled by Luminate.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 13 Apr. 2025
This look could also send a welcome political message at a time when our national parks are more popular than ever, even as the current administration tries to oust the people who protect them.
—Quispe López, Them, 11 Mar. 2025
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Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Anastasio’s enthusiasm for Bernstein is based, in part, on the composer’s ability to effectively wed classical theory with popular song.
—Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption as measured in equivalent album units, compiled by Luminate.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 13 Apr. 2025
This look could also send a welcome political message at a time when our national parks are more popular than ever, even as the current administration tries to oust the people who protect them.
—Quispe López, Them, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for popular
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When the forecast calls for warm weather and a sprinkle, the lightweight fabric offers protection without compromising on a fashionable, sleek look.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
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LeBron James is making a fashionable entrance into the world of Barbie.—
David Betancourt,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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However, the settlement is far from conventional in several ways.—
Joe Sabin,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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So close yet so far, Placer County, where Blue Lives Matter meets balayage, felt like the right location to artificially return my fortysomething face to a state of more conventional youthful attractiveness.—
Sarah Miller,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Nuggets made a stunning move Tuesday, firing Malone and general manager Calvin Booth just 11 days before the start of the NBA playoffs.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Mélanie Turpin has been named general manager of human resources.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Even democratic leaders have joined the chorus of those turning inward.—
Jennifer Lotito,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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Basic concepts of equality, dignity and the right to vote are at the core of the American democratic experience.—
Michael Peregrine,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Perhaps most significantly, in a very price conscious market, the platform maintained its affordable pricing strategy despite the temptation to raise rates after combining two major content libraries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Some of those goals include creating 10-minute neighborhoods and outlining future development needs such as affordable and mixed-use projects.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Both sources heat faster and more evenly than charcoal, plus both fuels are cheaper.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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This data will more closely resemble real-world data than existing synthetic data, down to the molecular or sub-atomic level, while also being far cheaper and easier to produce.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Save your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes in one place using MyRecipes.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Mar. 2025
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Best of all, this matching set comes in a variety of fun colors, including khaki and my favorite, hot pink.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Since joining the Lakers, Dončić has put up his usual numbers, averaging 27.1 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.6 assists, and the Lakers are a serious contender.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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That’s not to say there isn’t more cleanup than usual between showings.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Popular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/popular. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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