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pop vs popular

popular vs pop

pop is a noun but popular is not a noun.

pop and popular both are adjectives.

pop is a verb but popular is not a verb.

pop is an adverb but popular is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pop Yes Yes Yes Yes
popular No Yes No No
As adjectives, pop and popular are synonyms defined as:
  • pop and popular: (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
pop (noun) popular (noun)
music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love
a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
pop (adjective) popular (adjective)
(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public
carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large
(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large
pop (verb) popular (verb)
burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound
fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise
take drugs, especially orally
drink down entirely
hit a pop-fly
put or thrust suddenly and forcefully
hit or strike
release suddenly
bulge outward
make a sharp explosive noise
appear suddenly or unexpectedly; happen unexpectedly
cause to make a sharp explosive sound
pop (adverb) popular (adverb)
like a pop or with a pop
Difference between pop and popular

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