popular
Translation
popular, well-liked, common
Examples
She is a very popular singer.
She is a very popular singer.
This is a popular misconception.
This is a popular misconception.
Grammar Patterns
popular with ((sb.)) liked by (sb.) The new teacher is popular with the students.
popular among ((sb.)) liked by a group of people That style is popular among young people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: well-liked, favoured, common, widespread; Antonyms: unpopular, disliked
Etymology
From Latin 'popularis', from 'populus' meaning 'people'. It means 'of the people'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'popular', it's liked by the 'people' (populus).