disapproval If someone refers to people as plebs, they mean they are of a low social class or do not appreciate culture. = prole. A commoner; a plebeian. an insulting word meaning someone who is from a low social class - often used humorously (plebeian)
Similar to the Icelandic word plebbi: A pathetic person seeking wealth and fake happiness. A typical "low-life." This term is perfectly described in "Plebbabókin" (The book of pleb) by Icelandic comedian Jón Gnarr