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Demos

Verb / ˈdeˌməʊz / Another word for demos — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The common people of an ancient Greek state.

Synonyms & similar words

exhibit demonstration show demonstrate demo present citizens populace community masses public multitude people inhabitants residents voters electorate commoners plebeians proletariat rabble crowd mob throng horde assembly

Synonyms by register

Formal

populace commoners masses body politic

Informal

folks people the crowd the general public

Literary

hoi polloi multitude throng

Antonyms

elite aristocracy upper class privileged select

Common collocations

  • demos and elites
  • the demos are
  • power to the demos
  • demos and ruling class
  • the will of the demos
  • demos and the state

Word family

noun demotic

Usage note

Demos is a Greek word referring to the common people. It is often used in political science and sociology to contrast with elites or the ruling class. Its use can sometimes carry a slightly informal or academic tone.

Example sentences

  1. The demos of the city was unhappy with their ruler.
  2. The demos demanded that they have more say in government decisions.
  3. The demos of ancient Greece were a vital part of the political process.
  4. The demos of Rome often rioted against the government.
  5. The demos was made up of both wealthy and poor citizens.

Quotes

  • The demos is the foundation of democracy.
  • The demos is the voice of the people.
  • The demos is the power of the masses.

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