Joe Blows
/dʒoʊ bloʊz/
NOUN
1. Ordinary or average people
Ordinary, unremarkable people who represent the general public rather than individuals with special status, influence, or distinction.
1.1. Everyday members of the general public
Refers informally to typical people in society, especially when contrasting ordinary citizens with celebrities, executives, wealthy individuals, or influential figures.
Synonyms
- average Joes
- everymen
- John Does
- commoners
- ordinary people
- average people
- little guys
- men in the street
- everyday people
- common folk
- plain Janes
Antonyms
Examples
- The new policy affects Joe Blows just as much as it affects wealthy business owners.
- The discussion focused on how Joe Blows experience changes in the economy.
- The campaign aimed to address the everyday concerns of ordinary people rather than just influential figures.
- Joe Blows often have little influence over decisions made by powerful institutions.
Related Words
- general public
- ordinary citizens
- populace
- working class
- common people
- society