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This paper analyses use of the term professionalism in public administration by language usage analysis - an interpretive methodology. It begins by arguing against state interpret of professionalism implied by the sociological model. It then explores various meaning of professionalism by using a series of antinomies: Professional - laity, professional amateur, achievement ascription, and professionals as new class in opposition to other classes. Each antinomy reveals meaning of professionalism that public administrators should avoid or embrace in their quest to make public administration a widely recognised profession. Conduding remarks suggest a particular definition of professionalism appropriate to public ad Public Administration -- Professions American Review of Public Administration 180718