public figure

noun

: a well-known person

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Nor do frivolous contracts on what word a public figure might utter. — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 But a video of a public figure calling for violence or a fake official document can have grave consequences. — New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026 As any female public figure knows, unsolicited opinions on your face, body, clothing, hair, and almost anything else are common. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026 However, what’s sufficient for an ordinary consumer may not be enough to protect a public figure. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for public figure

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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.

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