as in image
the way you behave, talk, etc., with other people that causes them to see you as a particular kind of person
His public persona is that of a strong, determined leader, but in private life he's very insecure. The band takes on a whole new persona when they perform live.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of persona
When the 24-year-old nets, the defender does his best to maintain his cool, calm and collected persona.
—
Art De Roché, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
But while Christy flaunts a fiery persona in the ring, her toughest battles unfold outside it—confronting family, identity, and a relationship that just might become life-or-death.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2025
But his true nature proved so damaging that only a new persona might offer a way back.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 30 Sep. 2025
Chad himself requires as Herculean a commitment from Powell — not to mention the makeup department, led by Alexei Dmitriew — as the persona does for Russ.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for persona
Art De Roché, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
But while Christy flaunts a fiery persona in the ring, her toughest battles unfold outside it—confronting family, identity, and a relationship that just might become life-or-death.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2025
But his true nature proved so damaging that only a new persona might offer a way back.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 30 Sep. 2025
Chad himself requires as Herculean a commitment from Powell — not to mention the makeup department, led by Alexei Dmitriew — as the persona does for Russ.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for persona
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persona
Noun
-
The Rehabilitation A week after Manes’ departure, Johnson posted the image of himself posing with Bukele and their families in front of a Christmas tree.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
-
When police released images of the weapon, Robinson’s father texted his son, asking for a picture of the gun, according to the charging document.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
There's been much written about Brett Goldstein's award-winning turn as Ted Lasso's Roy Kent and his nuanced portrayal of Louis on Shrinking, but his writing credits are just as impressive (on Ted Lasso, Shrinking, and more).—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
-
Phantom Thread is a masterfully claustrophobic portrayal of a ’50s fashion house, as well as a nuanced depiction of a petty despot ruling over his small kingdom.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Every groove of San Siro’s concrete facade tells a different story.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
-
Choose from Bat Knit Crazy Cheddar, Death by Garlic Black Garlic Cheddar, Freaky Franken Sage Derby, or Scary Pumpkin Spice Wensleydale for high-quality cheeses that are only spooky in façade.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Stewart made three appearances on a minor-league rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City last week and joined the Dodgers in Arizona for the series against the Diamondbacks.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
-
Slaten entered Friday having pitched in the seventh inning or later in 32 of his 35 appearances this season.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share