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Originally Posted by gusmahler
I assume he means "well-known," which Tiger clearly is.
I've seen quite a few pundits say that Tiger is probably the most popular golfer in the world . . . to general sports fans. Though he may not be the most popular to golfers in particular
Popular doesn't mean well-known though.
pop·u·lar (ppy-lr)
adj.
1. Widely liked or appreciated: a popular resort.
2. Liked by acquaintances; sought after for company: "Beware of over-great pleasure in being popular or even beloved" (Margaret Fuller).
3. Of, representing, or carried on by the people at large: the popular vote.
4. Fit for, adapted to, or reflecting the taste of the people at large: popular entertainment; popular science.
5. Accepted by or prevalent among the people in general: a popular misunderstanding of the issue.
6. Suited to or within the means of ordinary people: popular prices.
7. Originating among the people: popular legend.
Even the GOAT (Jack, until Tiger proves otherwise
) wasn't that popular at one time - when he was beating up on Arnie. But he (Arnie) was/is popular, as is Jack now.