popular
word
Definition
Liked by many people, or enjoyed by a large number of people. It can also describe something common, fashionable, or well known at a particular time.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for people, products, songs, ideas, or activities: 'a popular teacher', 'a popular app'. 'Popular with' names the group: 'popular with teenagers'. It does not always mean high quality—only that many people like it. Don't confuse it with 'common', which means frequent but not necessarily liked.
Example Sentences
This song is very popular in my school.
basic
She is a popular teacher because her classes are fun.
basic
Soccer is popular around the world.
basic
That café got really popular after people started posting about it online.
natural
This style used to be popular, but now it feels a little outdated.
natural
He's not trying to be popular; people just naturally like him.
natural