n. The quality or state of being popular; especially, the state of being esteemed by, or of being in favor with, the people at large; good will or favor proceeding from the people; as, the popularity of a law, statesman, or a book.n. The quality or state of being adapted or pleasing to common, poor, or vulgar people; hence, cheapness; inferiority; vulgarity.n. Something which obtains, or is intended to obtain, the favor of the vulgar; claptrap.n. The act of courting the favour of the people.n. Public sentiment; general passion.