1. human beings, especially as distinguished from divine or immortal beings
Usage: plural form of mortal
2. ordinary people as opposed to those with special powers or status
Usage: often used humorously or ironically

Examples

• The gods looked down upon the mortals below.
• Unlike the immortal elves, mortals age and die.
• The superhero tried to protect innocent mortals from danger.
• We mere mortals cannot comprehend such complexity.
• The ancient myths tell of gods who fell in love with mortals.
• Even mortals can achieve greatness through hard work.
• The wizard’s powers were beyond what mortals could understand.