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plebeianism

/ˌplɛbɪˈeɪnɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does plebeianism mean?

noun

A social or cultural attitude that is characteristic of the common people, often in a derogatory sense. A preference for simple, unpretentious things.

Example

"The artist's plebeianism was evident in her use of everyday materials in her sculptures."

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