Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
populace
noun
/ˈpɒpjʊləs/
Definition
The people living in a particular country or area.
Examples
- The government must listen to the concerns of the populace.
- The decision directly affected the local populace.
- Media can influence the opinions of the populace.
Meaning
Populace refers to the general population or the citizens of a specific place, often used when discussing social or political issues.
Synonyms
- population
- citizenry
- inhabitants
- residents
- denizens
