Personal

/ˈpɜːrsənl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or affecting a particular person rather than anyone else.

She kept her personal life separate from her work life.

Belonging to an individual; private.

He shared his personal beliefs during the discussion.

Of or concerning oneself; one's own.

The personal impressions of the artist shaped the artwork.

Relating to one's private rather than professional life.

The company respects its employees' personal time and boundaries.

Middle English, from Latin 'personalis', from 'persona' meaning 'person'.

personal space

The physical space immediately surrounding someone, which they regard as psychologically theirs.

personal best

The best performance or achievement an individual has ever attained.

personal touch

A quality or character that makes something feel more distinctive and individualized.

personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.

persona

The aspect of someone's character that is displayed to or perceived by others.

personhood

The status of being a person.

Personal stuff

He keeps all his personal stuff in his backpack.

Personal life

I try to keep my personal life separate from work.