crowd-pleaser

noun

crowd-pleas·​er ˈkrau̇d-ˌplē-zər How to pronounce crowd-pleaser (audio)
: one (such as a performer or product) that is notably or reliably popular or appealing
… a flamboyant crowd-pleaser given to mad feats of daring …Tony Hendra
crowd-pleasing adjective

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Instax cameras are crowd-pleasers for a reason, and this one comes in the cutest pastel shades, like soft mint green and lovely lilac. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025 Fo’ shizzle, this one’s a crowd-pleaser. Francesca Krempa, StyleCaster, 11 Nov. 2025 Crocs Classic Cozzzy Slippers For the person who values comfort above all else, these cozy Crocs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025 Crunchy broccoli, chewy cranberries and golden raisins, and bacon all come together to form this sweet and savory crowd-pleaser. Patricia S York, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crowd-pleaser

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crowd-pleaser was in 1943

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“Crowd-pleaser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crowd-pleaser. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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