popular — meaning in English

English meaning

• popular adj Liked, enjoyed, or supported by a large number of people.
• sticky adjective Coated with a substance that clings to things it touches; tending to stick.
• trending adj Currently very popular or attracting a lot of attention, especially on social media.

Senses

popular is used for these senses in English:

• people's In certain socialist states: of, from, or controlled (at least in name) by the common people rather than a ruling elite.
• sticky (Internet, of a website) Compelling enough to keep visitors from leaving.
• trending (Internet, marketing) Popular or becoming more popular.

popular — full definition

1. adj Liked, enjoyed, or supported by a large number of people.
2. adj Intended for or aimed at ordinary people rather than experts.

sticky — full definition

1. adjective Coated with a substance that clings to things it touches; tending to stick.
2. adjective Difficult or awkward to deal with.
3. adjective Hot and humid, causing sweaty discomfort.
4. noun A small note with an adhesive strip, used for quick reminders; a Post-it note.

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