RABBLE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

rabble

noun

ˈra-bəl

Definition of rabble

as in masses

people looked down upon as ignorant and of the lowest class the crown prince was reminded that even the rabble of the realm deserved his attention and compassion

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Recent Examples of rabble Jongno's gay bars are concentrated on the more discreet second-floor levels overlooking Pocha Street, above the heterosexual rabble. — Anton Hur, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026 In her cell, surrounded by her fellow rabble-rousing women, Deborah works the room. — Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 1 May 2026 How dare the lowly rabble at Fenway Park treat our esteemed mayor and governor with such disrespect! — Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 7 Apr. 2026 There’s a rabble-rousing politician with grievances galore. — Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rabble

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rabble

Noun

Despite Jack’s best efforts to bring Christmas cheer to the world, his gifts horrify the populace.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 Oct. 2026
The decision was ultimately reversed by a New York Supreme Court judge, on the grounds that Warren violated the populace’s religious liberties.

— Clare Whitton, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of populace

Noun

Their software was open to inspection by parties, universities and watchdogs for 11 months before being digitally signed and sealed in public.

— Solly Boussidan, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
And the late-night viewing public got to be a part of that process this week, thanks to Late Night With Seth Meyers.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of public

Noun

Another 13 people were wounded on downtown Sacramento’s K Street and 10th Street, in what became the deadliest mass shooting in the city’s history.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
Organizers say more than 125,000 people are expected throughout the event, bringing in millions of dollars for the local economy.

— Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 19 June 2026

Definition of people

Noun

Tips To Keep Your Sink Clean Longer Rinse the sink after every use to get rid of food debris that can cause odors, get rid of soap scum, and reduce staining.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
Hair and other solid debris can be pulled out of the drain this way, while grease and soap scum clogs can be physically broken up by the drain snake or auger, then flushed with hot water to clean the line.

— Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2026