"John Q. Public" is a term used to describe the average person or the typical citizen. It is a fictional character used to represent the ordinary person in society. However, there are many synonyms for this term, including "Joe Public," "Jane Doe," "Mr./Ms. Average," "the common man/woman," and "the man/woman on the street." These terms are used to refer to everyday people who do not hold any particular position or status in society. They represent the majority of citizens who work hard to make ends meet and contribute to their communities. These synonyms help to bring attention to the importance of ordinary people and their place in society.