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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.
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Recent Examples of persona
During the summer 2023 shoot, Vikander had no shortage of inspiration for her character’s child persona.
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Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Symbolized by the ram, Aries is a fire sign, known for its strong persona.
Courageous, strong-willed and carefree − those born under Aries are often seen as natural leaders.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
What happens when two personas want different things?
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Tesla had a massive surge following President Trump's victory in November, then saw steep declines at the beginning of the year due to poor sales numbers and projections for future quarters, not to mention how Musk's persona in the new administration may drive some potential buyers away.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
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Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Symbolized by the ram, Aries is a fire sign, known for its strong persona.
Courageous, strong-willed and carefree − those born under Aries are often seen as natural leaders.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
What happens when two personas want different things?
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Tesla had a massive surge following President Trump's victory in November, then saw steep declines at the beginning of the year due to poor sales numbers and projections for future quarters, not to mention how Musk's persona in the new administration may drive some potential buyers away.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persona
Noun
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The New Yorker received the National Magazine Award for photography, winning for images illustrating three very distinct stories.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The film’s portrayal of the right-wing politics, especially around 2002 Gujarat riots, led to controversies.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Her portrayal of Claire Underwood in the Netflix series won her a Golden Globe and multiple Emmy Award noms.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2025
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Once it's completed, the removable floors, roof and detachable facades reveal this Marvel tribute in all its glory, for all to admire.—
Paul Brett,
Space.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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But disaffected ex-employees said the company’s facade of liberation hid something cultish.—
Devlin Barrett,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The mites feed on leaves, leaving a freckled appearance and light webbing.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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Behavior Incentivized By The Folly Broadly put, the problematic feature of our political system is it has been designed to encourage leaders to think short-term and to focus on appearance over results.—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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