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sheeple
(sheeple)
Pronunciation:
/ˈʃiːp(ə)l/
plural noun
derogatory
people compared to sheep in being docile, foolish, or easily led:
by the time the sheeple wake up and try to change things, it will be too late
Origin:
1940s
: blend of
sheep
and
people
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