popularity
noun
pop·u·lar·i·ty
ˌpä-pyə-ˈler-ə-tē 
ˌpä-pyə-ˈla-rə-tē
: the quality or state of being popular
Examples of popularity in a Sentence
the increasing popularity of cell phones
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The coins have grown in popularity in recent years for use in digital payments, and now Congress is debating how to regulate them.
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Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
But despite a surge in popularity, the gaming industry has somewhat plateaued in its potential.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
The reported side effect aligns with another trend: Gourmand fragrances (sweet-smelling, sugary perfume scents like cake batter and caramel) are rising in popularity, as reported by Forbes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
As the show grew in popularity, so did the music, which crosses multiple genres.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
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Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
But despite a surge in popularity, the gaming industry has somewhat plateaued in its potential.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
The reported side effect aligns with another trend: Gourmand fragrances (sweet-smelling, sugary perfume scents like cake batter and caramel) are rising in popularity, as reported by Forbes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
As the show grew in popularity, so did the music, which crosses multiple genres.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for popularity
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“Popularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/popularity. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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