popularity

noun

ˌpä-pyə-ˈler-ə-tē How to pronounce popularity (audio)
Definition of popularitynext
as in vogue
the state of enjoying widespread approval she wasn't a fan of the sudden popularity of skinny jeans and leggings

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Recent Examples of popularity Adidas Sambas continue to skyrocket in popularity because the shoe is versatile, ageless, affordable, and comfortable. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026 The cruise line also added a page for the Cosmopolitan to the menu at the ship’s 1400 Lobby Bar, given the cocktail's popularity around the time of the previous Legend’s launch. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 6 July 2026 The party has been experiencing a historic surge in popularity in recent years, grabbing over 20% of the national vote in federal elections in 2025 with an eye on capturing even more in the next election. — Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026 Summer stock theaters in Connecticut that exist today as year-round theaters with subscription seasons include the Westport Country Playhouse, whose artistic director Mark Shanahan is part of the resurgent popularity of stage mysteries. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for popularity
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  1. vogue
  2. favor
  3. fashionability
Noun
  • Shop crochet ballet flats, peplum tops, capris, and more styles Rounick and Lewis say will be en vogue this summer, starting at just $8 on Amazon.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
  • The word currently in vogue might be AI or artificial intelligence, but the technology to look forward to is definitely quantum.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 25 June 2026
Definition of vogue
Noun
  • Dancers are turning to each other for support and professional favors, and are performing in unconventional venues, including art galleries.
    — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Carroll made his case to the judge, gained his favor, and began his journey looking for his parents.
    — Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 30 June 2026
Definition of favor
Noun
  • Combining functionality with fashionability, while maintaining Vuori’s sleek silhouettes, simple embellishments and a quiet color palette.
    — Kaio Cesar, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Definition of fashionability

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