public service

NOUN

government employment or appointment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civil service

WEAK

benevolences good works philanthropies public life works

Example Sentences

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Without a new generation of young people who value public service being willing to enter politics, "we are in deep doodah", he added.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

In closing remarks, Jiang said journalism is a public service “because when there is an emergency, we run to the crisis — not away from it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

She is one of 10 librarians nationwide to receive a 2026 “I Love My Librarian Award” from the ALA for her public service, particularly her work supporting people with disabilities, digital literacy and workforce development.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

The new trust is one of three memorial projects established to remember the Queen's life of public service.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In the following issue Arthur printed a public service advertisement urging islanders to buy war bonds.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson