Meaning of the word plebeian in English
What does plebeian mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
plebeian
US /pləˈbiː.ən/
UK /pləˈbiː.ən/
Adjective
1.
of or belonging to the common people of ancient Rome
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The Roman Republic was often marked by conflicts between the patrician and plebeian classes.
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He argued that the new law was designed to benefit the wealthy, not the plebeian masses.
2.
lacking in refinement, vulgar
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His manners were rather plebeian, which often made him stand out in aristocratic circles.
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The critic dismissed the film as having a plebeian appeal, lacking any artistic merit.
Noun
a commoner in ancient Rome
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The struggle between the patricians and the plebeians was a defining feature of the early Roman Republic.
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He was born a plebeian but rose to prominence through his military achievements.