the masses

plural noun

: the ordinary or common people

His films are not intended to appeal to the masses.

the needs of the masses

Examples of the masses in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rolex sells watches, not to the masses, but to those who are willing to forfeit a pretty penny for accessories. — Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026

Soon, more of Risso’s designs will be seen, shopped and styled by the masses. — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 13 July 2026

This has become one of the most crowded trades in recent memory in technology with the masses long semis and short software. — Todd Gordon, CNBC, 8 July 2026

Cars stopped in the middle of the road as drivers got out to celebrate with the masses, music blaring from the stereos. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

Rhymes for the masses

• bypasses
• crevasses
• eyeglasses
• impasses
• molasses
• morasses
• subclasses
• sunglasses
• surpasses
• trespasses
• asses
• basses