This is the 788th most frequent Lithuanian word.
piliečių
The Lithuanian word "piliečių" means "citizens'" (possessive plural form).
Here, 'piliečių' again is in the genitive plural, indicating the origin or source of the opinions.
Diskusijose dalyvavo daug įvairių nuomonių iš piliečių.
Many diverse opinions from citizens participated in the discussions.
In this example, 'piliečių' remains in the genitive plural, denoting the group responsible for the action, namely the initiative of the citizens.
Piliečių iniciatyva buvo surengtas renginys, skirtas ekologijai.
The event dedicated to ecology was organized through a citizens' initiative.
The word 'piliečių' functions as the genitive plural form of 'pilietis', describing possession or association, in this case, the rights and duties belonging to the citizens.