multitude

(noun) a large indefinite number. Synonyms: battalion, large number, plurality, pack. Examples: "A battalion of ants." "A multitude of tv antennas." "A plurality of religions."

(noun) a large gathering of people. Synonyms: throng, concourse.

(noun) the common people generally. Synonyms: masses, mass, hoi polloi, people, the great unwashed. Examples: "Separate the warriors from the mass." "Power to the people."