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

The za’atar bread with piquillo butter and thyme was a personal favorite, along with an excellent Arnold Palmer. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Lavie has pleaded not guilty to six felony charges, including two counts of grand theft, two counts of first-degree residential burglary and two counts of unauthorized use of personal identifying information. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

Strayed, after facing immense loss in her personal life, packs up her things and takes to the mountains. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 31 July 2026

Choose furniture and decor that feel personal, serve a purpose or add a small moment of delight. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Phrases Containing personal

• personal effects
• personal property