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Noun
  1. The quality or state of being popular; especially, the state of being esteemed by, or of being in favor with, the people at large
  2. (archaic) The quality or state of being adapted or pleasing to common, poor, or vulgar people; hence, cheapness; inferiority; vulgarity.
  3. (archaic) Something which obtains, or is intended to obtain, the favor of the vulgar; claptrap.
  4. (obsolete) The act of courting the favour of the people.
  5. (archaic) Public sentiment; general passion.
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In British Columbia, the popularity of the backcountry has helped turn guided skiing into big business.
New dance pieces were added to the existing repertoire and soon Kuchipudi gained popularity.
This surge in popularity in all forms of dance is equally mirrored in the lindy hop, with many events occurring around the country.
The tulip is followed in popularity by the daffodil and other narcissi, the gladiolus, the lily and the crocus.
The president's popularity regarding environmental policy was low and a lambasting at the environmental conference was expected.
His landslide election victories, and his personal popularity in Middle England, made him look unassailable.

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