# unpopularity

/ənˌpɑpjəˈɫɛɹɪti/ (US) · /ʌnpˌɒpjʊlˈæɹɪti/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/unpopularity
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

lack of liking or support from most people. You see it when a person, idea, or decision many people do not like.

For teachers: lack of public favour, approval, or support. Often applied to politicians, policies, or public figures that meet with widespread disapproval.

## Examples

- His rude comments lead to his unpopularity at school.
- The new parking fees face growing unpopularity among residents who say the costs are unfair.
- Despite the reform's initial unpopularity, historians argue that its long-term benefits eventually reshaped public opinion in its favour.

## Antonyms

popularity

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