lowborn

/ˈloʊbɔrn/

Definitions

1. adjective

born into a family of low social status or position

“The nobleman looked down on the lowborn applicant with disdain.”

2. noun

a person born into a family of low social status or position

“In medieval times, the lowborn were often relegated to menial tasks.”

3. adverb

in a manner characteristic of someone born into a family of low social status or position

“He acted lowborn, but his accent gave away his true identity.”

Synonyms

  • baseborn
  • baser
  • common

Antonyms

  • aristocratic
  • noble