personality

/-i//ˌpɝsəˈnælɪti/

noun

  1. 1

    A set of non-physical psychological and social qualities that make a person (or thing) distinct from another.

    The president has a unique personality.
  2. 2

    An assumed role or manner of behavior.

    In his final act, the comedian takes on a child's personality.
  3. 3

    A celebrity.

    Johnny Carson was a respected television personality.
  4. 4

    Charisma, or qualities that make a person stand out from the crowd.

    The best contestant shows most personality.
  5. 5

    Something said or written which refers to the person, conduct, etc., of some individual, especially something of a disparaging or offensive nature; personal remarks.

    indulgence in personalities
  6. 6

    That quality of a law which concerns the condition, state, and capacity of persons.

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