Characteristic of, or belonging to, a single or particular person or thing
“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.”
Remote or isolated, possibly inaccessible
(of a conversation) Candid, intimate, and personal
Intended to be kept secret
Being personally involved
Intended for home use or activity
Being on friendly terms
Causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited
Relating to a section or group within a community
Relating to interactions between two or more people
With or involving direct confrontation with someone
Relating to hominoid primates
Done nonprofessionally or outside of a work environment
Direct, without intermediate stages
Not officially authorized or confirmed
Having concern for one's own welfare and interests before those of others
Showing affection and concern
Informal in speech or expression
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.”
Separate or respective
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