Etymology

Adjective

1. Suitable to be imparted to the public without secrecy or other reserves
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3. Accessible; capable of being readily or fully comprehended; or, having an obvious application
   • 1977, Gaynor Jones and Jay Rahn, "Definitions of Popular Music: Recycled," Journal of Aesthetic Education, vol. 11, no. 4. (October), page 81:

     The grouping together of folk and elite might be termed relatively "esoteric", in contrast to the more "exoteric" popular forms.

4. Public or popular; having wide currency
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6. External
7. } this motive appears to have been always exoteric, namely, a love of order and tranquility, or an unwillingness to give unnecessary offence. }}