Word
publically
Phoneticspub·li·cal·ly
/ˈpəbɫɪkɫi/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that everyone can see or hear. You use this when someone does something in the open instead of in private.
adv. in a manner that is open to general observation or knowledge; not privately.
Examples
“The company publically admitted their mistake.”
“Although they disagreed in private, the two politicians publically supported the new law to show unity.”
“The CEO was forced to publically defend the firm's environmental record after a series of investigative reports questioned their sustainability claims.”
Examples
simple
“The company publically admitted their mistake.”
contextual
“Although they disagreed in private, the two politicians publically supported the new law to show unity.”
complex
“The CEO was forced to publically defend the firm's environmental record after a series of investigative reports questioned their sustainability claims.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “publically” in context.
Verb
01. acknowledge publically
“The company refused to acknowledge publically that a data breach had occurred.”
verb + adv
02. announce publically
“The couple decided to announce their engagement publically on social media.”
verb + adv
03. criticize publically
“It is considered unprofessional to criticize your colleagues publically.”
verb + adv
04. disclose publically
“Politicians are required to disclose their financial interests publically.”
verb + adv
05. state publically
“He has stated publically that he intends to run for office next year.”
verb + adv
06. be made publically available
“The full report will be made publically available on the government website.”
07. publically funded project
“The new library is a publically funded project designed for the community.”
08. refuse to comment publically
“The CEO refused to comment publically on the ongoing investigation.”
Usage
Commonly used as a variant spelling of 'publicly', though 'publicly' is significantly more frequent in modern standard English.
Pitfall
He spoke publically about it.
He spoke publicly about it.
While 'publically' is a real word, 'publicly' is the standard spelling preferred in almost all modern professional and academic writing.
Real-World Examples
“Mistake: She publically announced her resignation.” Word family
NOUN
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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