noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to ordinary people as a collective, often contrasted with elites or specialists. Can carry a slightly impersonal or sociological tone.
We must not ignore the opinions of the general public.
That politician is popular with the masses.
The politician kept making remarks that pandered to the masses.
The incident attracted the interest of the general public.
This drama became popular with the general public, and its ratings rose.
The new policy failed to gain the support of the general public.
mass-market newspaper; tabloid newspaper
over-the-counter drug; OTC drug