public figure

noun

: a well-known person

Examples of public figure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Pratt has also embraced his public figure status. — Saige Miller, NPR, 31 May 2026

Kai also reportedly loves being a public figure. — Staff Author, InStyle, 9 June 2026

Tim, who is not a public figure, worked as a high school teacher and soccer coach until his retirement in April 2025. — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026

In the complaint, Sabellico’s attorneys describe their client as a limited public figure. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 June 2026

Rhymes for public figure

• reconfigure
• configure
• disfigure
• prefigure

Legal Definition

public figure

noun

public fig·​ure

: an individual or entity that has acquired fame or notoriety or has participated in a particular public controversy see also limited purpose public figure compare public official

Note: A public figure must prove actual malice in order to prevail in a defamation action.