Papular

usgb/ˈpæpjələr/
adjective

Well-liked or popular among a large group of people.

The new song became papular very quickly among teenagers.
Visual representation of "papular" - Well-liked or popular among a large group of people.

Often appears as...

  • papular culture
  • papular opinion

Usage tips

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General

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Context

Use the word in discussions about trends or popularity.

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Many young people follow papular fashion trends.
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Formality

Consider the formality of the context; 'papular' is informal.

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In formal writing, prefer 'popular'.
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Connotation

Be aware of potential negative connotations; it can imply superficial popularity.

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Award shows celebrate papular films that might not be critically acclaimed.
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