servant of the people

Definitions

A public official or politician who is expected to act in the best interests of the citizens they represent.

An individual dedicated to performing duties or services for the benefit of the general public.

Examples

The mayor often reminded his constituents that he considered himself a humble servant of the people.

True leadership requires one to act as a dedicated servant of the people rather than seeking personal gain.

Synonyms

public official civil servant public representative dedicated public worker government employee

Antonyms

corrupt politician self-serving autocrat tyrant oppressor of the people exploitative ruler