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

Understanding the environment, observing personal habits and making thoughtful adjustments including blue-light-blocking glasses can help create a more intentional transition from daytime activity to bedtime. — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026

Vance made that argument deeply personal by invoking his children, second lady Usha Vance and his late grandfather. — Averi Harper, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026

Data removal services such as Incogni can help reduce how much of your personal information is available online by requesting its removal from data brokers and people-search sites. — Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026

Deneuve said has a long personal relationship with singing that goes well beyond her screen work. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing personal

• personal effects
• personal property