Pronunciation: /pləˈbiːən/

Definitions of plebeian

noun a member of the common people in ancient Rome

Example Sentences

A1 The plebeian enjoyed watching the street performers.

A2 The plebeian worked hard to provide for their family.

B1 The plebeian was content with a simple life.

B2 The plebeian's humble background did not hinder their success.

C1 The plebeian rose to power through hard work and determination.

C2 The plebeian's rise from poverty to wealth was a remarkable story.

adjective of or relating to the common people in ancient Rome; common or vulgar

Example Sentences

A1 The plebeian man worked as a farmer in the village.

A2 She preferred plebeian cuisine over fancy restaurant meals.

B1 The book highlighted the struggles of plebeian families during the industrial revolution.

B2 The artist's work was criticized for being too plebeian and lacking sophistication.

C1 Despite his plebeian background, he rose to become a respected member of society.

C2 The political elite looked down on the plebeian masses with disdain.

Examples of plebeian in a Sentence

formal The plebeian class in ancient Rome consisted of common citizens with no noble status.

informal The plebeian crowd at the concert was rowdy and enthusiastic.

slang Don't hang out with those plebeians, they have no taste in music.

figurative His taste in art is so plebeian, he only likes mass-produced prints.

Grammatical Forms of plebeian

past tense

plebeians

plural

plebeians

comparative

more plebeian

superlative

most plebeian

present tense

plebeian

future tense

will be plebeian

perfect tense

have been plebeian

continuous tense

being plebeian

singular

plebeian

positive degree

plebeian

infinitive

to be plebeian

gerund

plebeianing

participle

plebeianed

Origin and Evolution of plebeian

First Known Use: 1549 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'plebeian' originated from the Latin word 'plebeius', which referred to a member of the common people in ancient Rome.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'plebeian' has evolved to refer to someone of lower social status or lacking in refinement, rather than specifically to the common people of ancient Rome.