World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesPopular
/ˈpɒp.jʊ.lər/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Liked or admired by many people.
"The new movie has become very popular among teenagers." - 2
Relating to the general public or the common people.
"The festival is a popular event that attracts visitors from all over the country."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'popular' originates from the Latin 'popularis', meaning 'of the people'. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, evolving to describe something that is well-liked or favored by a large number of people.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Popular"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Popular" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
populaire
Transliteration: populaire
"Ce film est très populaire parmi les jeunes."
beliebt
Transliteration: beˈliːpt
"Der neue Song ist bei den Jugendlichen sehr beliebt."
popolare
Transliteration: popolare
"Questo ristorante è molto popolare tra i turisti."
popular
Transliteration: popuˈlaɾ
"La nueva serie es muy popular entre los jóvenes."
popular
Transliteration: poˈpulaɾ
"O novo aplicativo é muito popular entre os usuários."
लोकप्रिय
Transliteration: lokpriy
"यह फिल्म युवाओं में बहुत लोकप्रिय है।"
受欢迎
Transliteration: shòu huānyíng
"这部电影在年轻人中很受欢迎。"
인기 있는
Transliteration: in-gi it-neun
"이 영화는 젊은이들 사이에서 인기 있는 영화입니다."
人気のある
Transliteration: ninki no aru
"この映画は若者の間で人気のある映画です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Popular"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.