Demotic
(adjective)
- Relating to or characteristic of the people or the common people as opposed to the ruling class or elites.
- Written or expressed in a plain and straightforward style that is easily understood by the general public.
Origin:
The word 'demotic' comes from the greek word 'demotikos' meaning 'of or for the people'.
Examples:
- The new government aimed to create a more demotic political system.
- The politician's speeches were known for their demotic language and simplicity.
- The author's demotic writing style made his works widely popular among the masses.
- The demotic movement in art sought to create works that were accessible to all members of society.
- The demotic form of the ancient Egyptian script was used by the common people.