plebeian vs sordid

plebeian

adj
  • Common, particularly (derogatory) vulgar, crude, coarse, uncultured. 

  • Of or concerning the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome. 

  • Of or concerning the common people. 

noun
  • A commoner, particularly (derogatory) a low, vulgar person. 

  • A member of the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome. 

sordid

adj
  • Distasteful, ignoble, vile, or contemptible. 

  • Of a dull colour. 

  • Morally degrading. 

  • Dirty or squalid. 

  • Grasping; stingy; avaricious. 

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