A2noun 1K

Personality

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌpɜːsəˈnæləti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌpɜːrsəˈnæləti/"]/

Meaning of Personality

the various aspects of a person’s character that combine to make them different from other people

In simple words: The way someone thinks, feels, and behaves.

Personality in a sentence

• Her personality is very cheerful and outgoing.
• He has a unique personality that makes him stand out in a crowd.
• Understanding your own personality can help you in making career choices.
• Some people believe that personality is shaped by our experiences.
• He is known for his strong personality and leadership skills.

How to use Personality

Use 'personality' when discussing characteristics of people. It is neutral and appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in highly technical or clinical discussions about psychology.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'personality' as 'person's reality' — it reflects their ways of being.

Related words

Collocations with Personality

• bright
• bubbly
• extrovert
• be
• have
• develop
• type
• characteristic
• quirk
• an aspect of somebody’s personality
• a side of somebody’s personality
• a clash of personalities
• bright
• bubbly
• extrovert
• be
• have
• develop
• type
• characteristic
• quirk
• an aspect of somebody’s personality
• a side of somebody’s personality
• a clash of personalities
• famous
• great
• important
• cult

Synonyms for Personality

• celebrity
• character

Opposites of Personality

• uniformity
• sameness

Common mistakes with Personality

• Confusing 'personality' with 'character' — personality refers to traits, while character often refers to moral qualities.
• Using 'personalities' to refer to someone's character traits in a general sense — 'personality' is typically used as a singular concept.

Frequently asked questions about Personality

What does Personality mean?

The way someone thinks, feels, and behaves.

What is the definition of Personality?

the various aspects of a person’s character that combine to make them different from other people

How do you use Personality in a sentence?

Her personality is very cheerful and outgoing.

Can you give another example of Personality?

He has a unique personality that makes him stand out in a crowd.

What are synonyms for Personality?

Common alternatives include celebrity, character.

What is the opposite of Personality?

Opposite meanings include uniformity, sameness.

What words go with Personality?

It commonly pairs with bright, bubbly, extrovert, be, have, develop, type, characteristic, quirk, an aspect of somebody’s personality, a side of somebody’s personality, a clash of personalities, bright, bubbly, extrovert, be, have, develop, type, characteristic, quirk, an aspect of somebody’s personality, a side of somebody’s personality, a clash of personalities, famous, great, important, cult.

What are common mistakes when using Personality?

Confusing 'personality' with 'character' — personality refers to traits, while character often refers to moral qualities. Using 'personalities' to refer to someone's character traits in a general sense — 'personality' is typically used as a singular concept.

How do you pronounce Personality?

US: /["/ˌpɜːrsəˈnæləti/"]/, UK: /["/ˌpɜːsəˈnæləti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Personality?

Use 'personality' when discussing characteristics of people. It is neutral and appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in highly technical or clinical discussions about psychology.

What CEFR level is Personality?

"Personality" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.