Plebs
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /plɛbz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Plebs is a noun meaning plural of pleb.
Meaning
plural of pleb.
More Meanings
- The common people, especially (derogatory) the mob.
- (historical) The plebeian class of Ancient Rome.
Example Sentences
The lesser plebs are not unscrupulous troublemakers.
Why I am going with my pidgeons to the tribunall Plebs.
For 'tis an Easier Thing To make Trees Leape, and Stones selfe-burthens bring (As once Amphion to the walls of Thæbes,)
1993, Max Cavalera, "Refuse/Resist", Sepultura, Chaos A.D. Chaos A.D. / Tanks On The Streets / Confronting Police / Bleeding The Plebs
Synonyms for plebs
Depending on context, synonyms include plebeiate, canaille, commonality, commonalty, crowd, demos.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include plebeian, plebe, plebian, plebean, plebeiance, plebeianization.
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