Popular
Example: This song is very popular among young people.
Definition
"Popular" in the context of music refers to songs or genres that are widely liked, appreciated, and enjoyed by a large number of people, often gaining significant mainstream attention and cultural influence.
Etymology
The word "popular" comes from the Latin word 'popularis,' meaning 'of the people.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages and has been used ever since to describe things that are favored or well-liked by the general public, including music.
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"Popular" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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