public Synonyms
Another word for public
• adjective (Context 1)
Open to, shared by, or accessible to anyone in the community without restriction.
"Every weekend, families gather in the open park for picnics and concerts."
• adjective (Context 2)
Of, concerning, or affecting the people or community as a whole, rather than private individuals.
"The city council held a meeting to discuss improvements to communal transportation."
• noun (Context 3)
Ordinary people in general; the community or population of a nation or state as a whole.
"The museum will be open to the populace starting next Monday."
• adjective (Context 4)
Done, perceived, or existing in open view, or widely known to people at large.
"The mayor issued a overt apology after the audit findings were released."
• adjective (Context 5)
Provided, funded, or managed by the local or national government on behalf of citizens.
"Investments in governmental education and infrastructure benefit the entire economy."
• adjective (Context 6)
Having shares traded freely on an open stock exchange (of a business company).
"The technology startup decided to become a listed company through an initial offering."
• noun (Context 7)
A particular section or group of the community having a shared interest, or serving as the audience or clientele for a specific person or product.
"The novelist always knew how to appeal to her devoted reading audience."
Opposites of public
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of public varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: