public image
noun
: the opinion that many people have of a person
The scandal ruined his public image.
Examples of public image in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Each episode traces different aspects of the case, from Baumeister's public image as a family man to the forensic efforts that continue decades after his death.
—
Jenna Dejong, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
Trump is a sports fan, having used appearances at games as a major part of his public image and appeal to voters.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Tesla Tesla’s difficulties are also attributed to the Musk’s changing public image and the widespread protests against the automaker.
—New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
This winter’s closure is just the latest bad news in a series of bad years for Homewood’s public image.
—Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for public image
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Jenna Dejong, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025
Trump is a sports fan, having used appearances at games as a major part of his public image and appeal to voters.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Tesla Tesla’s difficulties are also attributed to the Musk’s changing public image and the widespread protests against the automaker.
—New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
This winter’s closure is just the latest bad news in a series of bad years for Homewood’s public image.
—Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for public image
Cite this Entry
“Public image.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20image. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share