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Of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
“Perry’s personal style would consist of a pair of sunglasses on his forehead, even while indoors.”
Referring to an individual’s character, appearance, or private life in an inappropriate or offensive way
“The banter between us was lighthearted until he started throwing some personal insults my way.”
Undertaken in person
“The first lady made a personal visit to the hospital to lift the spirits of staff and patients.”
Denoting increased dedication on an individual level toward an issue or cause
“This issue is important to me, and I will devote my personal attention towards it.”
Of the private aspects of a person’s life
“The boundary between a political figure’s personal life and his public career can be a tenuous one.”
Based on first-hand knowledge or experience
“My advice is based on my personal experience on the matter.”
(of a person) Denoting a close or intimate relationship
“Don is a personal friend of Chris as evidenced by their obvious rapport.”
(of a conversation) Candid, intimate, and personal
Existing within the mind, soul, or spirit, and often not expressed
Being personally involved
Intended for home use or activity
Being on friendly terms
Causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited
Having direct or personal contact
Relating to a section or group within a community
Between two or more people
Outside of work
Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system
Relating to hominoid primates
Having too high an opinion of oneself
Hidden or out of the way
Eager to acquire knowledge
Having a pleasantly flowing quality suggestive of music
Not officially authorized or confirmed
Readily engaging in informal talk
Showing affection and concern; affectionate
Having connotations of amorous desires
An advertisement or message in the personal column of a newspaper
“A work friend placed a personal on my behalf and presented me with this wodge of potential boyfriends.”
The set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
Separate or respective
