PERSONAGES Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

personages

noun

plural of personage

as in men

a member of the human race these sci-fi conventions attract personages of every description

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a person who is widely known and usually much talked about personages from the fields of sports and entertainment will be special guests at the political convention

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Recent Examples of personages Eximious had a royal warrant, a seal of approval issued to those supplying goods to royal personages, from then-Prince Charles. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2026 Good historians and talented fiction writers can tease out human qualities from such personages while acknowledging their fundamental distance from our own time. — Will Collins, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025

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Noun

At the time of their excavation during the late 19th century, archaeologists found weapons including bows and arrows that were traditionally associated with men.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 July 2026
Both men were taken into custody without incident, the release said.

— Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2026

Definition of men

Noun

During his tenure, Rousteing spearheaded the creation of the ‘Balmain Army’, a diverse and influential community of models, influencers, and celebrities that included figures such as the Kardashians.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 14 July 2026
Among the celebrities watching from VIP boxes were Shakira and Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Definition of celebrities

Noun

Yes, even these guys are obviously mature for their ages, there’s a pretty significant difference just in terms of frame, body weight.

— Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
The Canadian gay hockey romance launched fujoshi fandom into the mainstream, proving audiences — and women, in particular — had a desire to watch two young guys roll around in some good old-fashioned smut.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 17 July 2026

Definition of guys

Noun

Several members of the family have been noted personalities in arts and culture.

— Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026
This artistry is perhaps most evident during character introductions, key in short fiction, when personalities must enter the page memorably enough to keep track of but quickly enough not to derail momentum.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 July 2026

Definition of personalities

Noun

That lineage now includes Ozempic, Mounjaro, and a growing roster of treatments that have not only changed the lives of patients with diabetes and obesity but also ushered in the cultural phenomenon of peptides.

— Steve Midway, STAT, 16 July 2026
Heartstopper Forever ties up several threads among Nick, Charlie and their small ensemble of friends, setting them up for the next chapter of their lives.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

Definition of lives

Noun

Bedard is the face of an Original Six franchise in a huge market, one of the faces of the league, and one of its biggest names and biggest stars.

— Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 19 July 2026
The audio of the sports stars’ heated conversation is largely inaudible, so Paul hopped online to offer his side of the story.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 18 July 2026

Definition of stars

Noun

So, if things don’t go well for New York/New Jersey on Sunday afternoon for the World Cup final, don’t be surprised if DFW is circled when the World Cup inevitably returns to the United States — possibly as soon as 2038.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Amanda did say that the resurgence of Loverboy had nothing to do with Kyle and was more about how much people hate her, which just reconfirms the worst things about Amanda that people on the internet say.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 July 2026

Definition of things

Noun

During his tenure, Rousteing spearheaded the creation of the ‘Balmain Army’, a diverse and influential community of models, influencers, and celebrities that included figures such as the Kardashians.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 14 July 2026
The narrative centers on the early careers and shifting dynamic between legendary figures Cao Cao and Yuan Shao as political corruption, peasant rebellions, and personal ambitions push the capital of Luoyang into absolute chaos.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 July 2026

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