plebeian — a member of the common people in ancient Rome
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a member of the common people in ancient Rome
Pronunciation (IPA): /plɪˈbiːən/
Korean meaning: 고대 로마의 평민
Korean pronunciation: 플리**비**언
Example Sentences
- The CEO tried to hide his plebeian background by buying expensive art.
- She found his plebeian joke about burping rather amusing.
- Despite his wealth, he never forgot his plebeian roots.
plebeian
NOUN//plɪˈbiːən//
a member of the common people in ancient Rome
A plebeian humbly petitions a wealthy patrician in ancient Rome
The plebeian trades European gems and Caribbean treasures
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin plebeius, meaning 'of the common people,' derived from plebs meaning 'the common people' or 'the masses' in ancient Rome, as opposed to the patrician aristocracy.
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📝Examples
“The CEO tried to hide his plebeian background by buying expensive art.”
“She found his plebeian joke about burping rather amusing.”
“Despite his wealth, he never forgot his plebeian roots.”
“My plebeian palate prefers pizza over caviar any day.”
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