sheeple

American  

[shee-puhl] / ˈʃi pəl /

plural noun

1. people who are like sheep in being meek, conforming, or easily led.

   Maintaining fear, division, and hate is a priority—sheeple are easier to herd when frightened.

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sheeple British  

/ ˈʃiːpəl /

noun

1. informal people who tend to follow the majority in matters of opinion, taste, etc

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Etymology

Origin of sheeple

First recorded in 1945–50; sheep ( def. ) + (peop)le ( def. )

Example Sentences

They blur the line between personal and professional attire with a confidence that seems to jest at our conformity: Didn’t you sheeple know the rules are made up?

From The Wall Street Journal

He added later in the episode: “As the world moves forward, I just wish people are smarter. I hope people aren’t ‘sheeple’ anymore.

From Los Angeles Times

Their conspiracy theories offer them a way to feel special like they are privy to insider knowledge that the "sheeple" are too stupid or ignorant to understand.

From Salon

“Wake up sheeple,” read one sign at the Brisbane protest.

From Seattle Times

Along with "ew" and "OK," words including "sheeple," "wayback" and "emoji" are included.

From Fox News