lower-class

adjective

ˌlō-ər-ˈklas How to pronounce lower-class (audio)
Definition of lower-classnext
as in low
belonging to the class of people of low social or economic rank they were finally earning enough to get out of the lower-class tax bracket

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lower-class
  1. low
  2. plebeian
  3. humble
  4. lowly
  5. poor
  6. inferior
  7. unwashed
  8. ignoble
Adjective
  • New construction and remodeling projects use innovative insulation products that are manufactured more sustainably and that lower energy costs.
    Rotem Eylor, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • People’s participation in both formal and informal service remains low.
    Alice Park, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of low
Adjective
  • Across the lake, on the plebeian side, up the shoreline a mile or so, in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach, stand twin 32-story towers dubbed Trump Plaza of the Palm Beaches.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The other was the much more plebeian Chevrolet Bolt, which was cheaper but nowhere near as luxurious, nor as enjoyable to drive.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 30 Aug. 2024
Definition of plebeian
Adjective
  • The Bunny Museum began as a humble endeavor back in 1998.
    Maxwell Williams, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The Ozark Mountain Music Festival has grown from its humble beginnings (11 acts over three days) to a full-fledged experience with 30 bands, artists live painting in the lobby and a weekend of good company.
    Dustin Staggs, arkansasonline.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of humble
Adjective
  • The Colts beat just one opponent during the 2024 season that finished the year with a winning record (the 10-7 Steelers in Week 4) and lost 45-33 to the lowly Giants in Week 17 to be knocked out of playoff contention.
    James Boyd, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • China too has risen from a lowly 94th in 2015 to 60th in 2025.
    Duncan Madden, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of lowly
Adjective
  • Everybody connected to the death of this poor guy is dead now.
    Makena Gera, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025
  • With sleep disorders affecting approximately 70 million Americans and poor sleep linked to serious health risks like heart disease, stroke and cognitive decline, the Tone Buds represent a significant advancement in personal sleep technology.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of poor
Adjective
  • The Browns dismantled their offense this year and rebuilt an inferior version in an attempt to appease Deshaun Watson.
    Jason Lloyd, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Aristotle argued that some people, such as those with mental impairments, were inferior to those with greater mental faculties.
    Monti Datta, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of inferior
Adjective
  • The onion supplier behind a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders this past fall had numerous health and sanitation violations, including employees with unwashed hands, dirty equipment, and puddles of Listeria bacteria.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds Avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of unwashed
Adjective
  • But on this southern front of the Trump empire, Palm Beach County, Donald Trump is flirting with ignoble defeat.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This is something of an ignoble cap to one of the worst years of Rodgers' illustrious career.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of ignoble
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lower

lower-class

lowered

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