public servant

noun

: a government official or employee

Synonyms of public servant

• official
• officer
• administrator

Examples of public servant in a Sentence

the new governor vowed that he would always remember why he was called a public servant and not the people's master

concerned that the new federal agency would just add another slew of public servants to the government payroll

Recent Examples on the Web

South Carolina was fortunate to have such a committed public servant in its corner. — S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 12 July 2026

The Coalition urges Congress to ensure that Tiered Standard payments count for PSLF, allowing more public servants access to forgiveness. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

As public servants and the keepers of this institution, we are charged with helping a nation find understanding, hope, and clarity and as part of that duty, we are dedicated to excellence, reflection, and growth. — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 9 July 2026

As public servants and the keepers of this institution, we are charged with helping a nation find understanding, hope and clarity and as part of that duty, we are dedicated to excellence, reflection and growth. — Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for public servant

• fervent
• maidservant
• manservant
• observant

Kids Definition

public servant

noun

: a governmental official or employee