Synonyms for

Publicly

Verb / ˈpʌblɪkli: / Another word for publicly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a manner open to unrestricted or universal access and visibility.

Synonyms & similar words

privately publically inpublic openly freely boldly brazenly unreservedly candidly frankly honestly transparently forthrightly overtly avowedly unashamedly blatantly flagrantly unconcealedly impartially equitably justly objectively

Synonyms by register

Formal

openly officially manifestly overtly

Informal

out in the open for all to see on the record

Literary

avowedly manifestly

Antonyms

privately secretly covertly unannounced unseen unspoken unoffcially

Common collocations

  • publicly available
  • publicly funded
  • publicly traded
  • publicly announced
  • publicly acknowledged
  • publicly accessible
  • publicly criticized
  • publicly declared

Word family

noun public
adjective public

Usage note

This adverb means in a way that is done openly and officially, or known by many people. It is often contrasted with private or secret actions.

Example sentences

  1. The mayor announced his resignation publicly.
  2. The concert was canceled publicly due to bad weather.
  3. The company's financial records were made available publicly.
  4. The actress thanked her fans publicly for their support.
  5. The celebrity couple's wedding was held publicly in the park.

Quotes

  • The power of visibility can never be underestimated.
  • Publicity is justly commended as a remedy for social and industrial diseases. Sunlight is said to be the best of disinfectants.
  • The higher your profile, the more homes get broken into. It's like death and taxes and bad plumbing.

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