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 civic 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 people starting next Monday."
• adjective (Context 4)
Done, perceived, or existing in open view, or widely known to people at large.
"The mayor issued a open 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 state 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 publicly traded 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
The opposite of public shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: