Public-spirited
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Public-spirited is an adjective meaning Having personal motivation toward the betterment of the public.
Meaning
Having personal motivation toward the betterment of the public.
Example Sentences
He was a noted philanthropist, and played a public-spirited part in the support of the Army during the Crimean War.
For the young this device has proved most excellent under the wise management of the United Hebrew Charities, an organization that gathers to its work the best thought and effort of many of our most public-spirited citizens.
Synonyms for public-spirited
Depending on context, synonyms include public-hearted.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include public-minded, public-hearted, publichearted, benevolent, altruistic, charitable.
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