the lowest common denominator



the lowest common denominator

the large number of people in society who will accept low-quality products and entertainment The problem with so much television is that it aims at the lowest common denominator.
See also: common, low

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
KaukoKOW-koFinnish
AoifeEE-faIrish, Irish Mythology
Kirsten['kə:stən]
JessamynJES-ə-minEnglish (Rare)
KadeKAYDEnglish (Modern)
JetteYET-təDutch