Citizenry (Noun)
Meaning
The body of citizens of a state or country; "the Spanish people".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The government's policies were designed to benefit the entire citizenry, not just a select few.
- The citizenry of the small town rallied together to support the local businesses affected by the natural disaster.
- The new law was intended to protect the rights and freedoms of the citizenry, but many argued it had the opposite effect.
- As the economy struggled, the citizenry grew increasingly frustrated with the government's inability to create jobs.
- The country's citizenry was known for its warm hospitality and welcoming nature to visitors from around the world.