Synonyms for

Popularized

Verb / ˈpɑ:pjʌlɜ:ˌaɪzd / Another word for popularized — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make something become popular and well-known among many people.

Synonyms & similar words

vulgarise popularize popularise vulgarize generalize generalise popularize promote advertise publicize circulate spread propagate disseminate broadcast communicate diffuse disperse boost increase heighten enhance

Example sentences

  1. The new song was popularized after it was played on the radio.
  2. The company popularized its new product through social media ads.
  3. The chef popularized the dish by sharing the recipe online.
  4. The author popularized the book by doing interviews on TV.
  5. The artist popularized the painting by exhibiting it in a famous museum.

Quotes

  • Jazz is a music of great achievements but speed and chops serve a different function in the music. Jazz is about the slower pace, the cool feeling that comes from letting the music wash over you. Jazz is also about the way the music is played. It's not about the notes, but the way those notes are popularized.
  • The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens. That's in our Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. And it should be the number one priority of our elected officials. But too often, that's not the case. In fact, the opposite is popularized.
  • A few decades ago, the word 'pop' was derogatory. Like, 'you're a pop musician.' But I think that's changed. Now it just means popular. The names of the shops at the mall... it's 'pop' this and 'pop' that all the time. I think that idea has been popularized.

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