Synonyms of personal

personal

adjective

ˈpərs-nəl 

as in subjective

of, relating to, or belonging to a single person

he kept personal items in a separate drawer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• subjective
• personalized
• private
• individual
• individualized
• unique
• singular
• particular
• separate
• patented
• distinctive
• idiomatic
• privy
• peculiar
• intimate
• specific
• characteristic
• special
• idiosyncratic
• identifying
• express
• independent
• custom
• specialized
• customized
• especial
• nonconformist
• self-directed
• self-sufficient

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• general
• public
• universal
• popular
• generic
• broad
• widespread
• shared
• normal
• common
• prevalent
• regular
• typical
• prevailing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of personal

While specialized shotshells for assault rifles offer higher velocity and range, shotguns remain the most reliable personal weapon for close-range drone interception. — David Hambling, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Akvilė Žilionytė, Artišokai Developing documentary and fiction films rooted in personal stories with international relevance. — John Hopewell, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

The Galaxy Watch 8 serves as a personal health coach for busy students balancing academics and wellness. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026

So might the 64-year-old first deputy chief of staff, Sergei Kiriyenko, who serves as one of Putin’s domestic policy advisers and is understood to have a large personal network. — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing personal

• personal effects
• personal property