Here are some examples of words that use this root:
* Popular: widely liked or supported by many people.
* Populate: to live in or inhabit a place.
* Population: the total number of people living in a particular area.
* Depopulate: to reduce the population of a place.
* Populace: the common people of a country or area.
Understanding the meaning of "popul" can help you decipher the meaning of many other words.