Meaning of the word proletarian in English
What does proletarian mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
proletarian
US /ˌproʊ.ləˈter.i.ən/
UK /ˌprəʊ.lɪˈteə.ri.ən/
Adjective
belonging to or characteristic of the proletariat (the working class)
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The novel depicts the struggles of the proletarian class.
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His art often focused on proletarian themes.
Noun
a member of the proletariat; a worker or working-class person
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The factory owner viewed his employees as mere proletarians.
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He argued that the proletarian must unite to overthrow the bourgeoisie.