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By many or most people
“Since then, the word has become popularly associated with anti-colonial military activity.”
(of a term, name, or title) In informal, common, or non-specialist use
“Popularly speaking, smartphones have become an indispensable tool in today's society.”
(of a politician or government) Chosen by the majority of the voters
“It was not until 1969 that the first transition between two popularly elected democratic governments occurred.”
(of a person) Adverb for liked or admired by the majority of people
“He was a popular figure among the football fraternity.”
Adverb for considered trendy or fashionable by most people
“My orchestra has a permanent engagement at a popular nightclub here.”
(of political activity) Adverb for participated in by a large part of the public rather than driven by politicians or political parties
“The drive for independence was a popular movement that occurred annually.”
Adverb for designed to suit the general public rather than specialists or intellectuals
“As a work of popular science it is exemplary.”
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