Synonyms for Plebeian & Similar Words
Definition of plebeian
- adjective
- of or associated with the great masses of people; "the common people in those days suffered greatly"; "behavior that branded him as common"; "his square plebeian nose"; "a vulgar and objectionable person"; "the unwashed masses"
- noun
- one of the common people
5 synonyms found
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