Search Dictionary
Definition of unpopular

unpopular

/ʌnˈpɑːpjələr/
un · pop · u · lar
Adverb:unpopularly
JUMP TO:

unpopular Lexical Profile

unpopular Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not liked, admired, or supported by the general public or by a particular group of people.

Example

"The mayor's decision to raise property taxes proved deeply unpopular with local residents."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for unpopular
Antonyms
View all antonyms for unpopular

• Rhymes for unpopular

• Nearby Words

unpolite
unpolitely
unpolluted
unpopular
unpopularity
unpopularly
unpopulated

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 17th century, formed by adding the native Old English privative prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') to 'popular', which derives from Latin 'popularis' ('belonging to the people'), from 'populus' ('the people').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unpopular. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unpopular
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.