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.
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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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On the heels of his success, Chamberlain relocated to England to shed his TV heartthrob image and train as a series actor.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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The cost of maintaining that image became more difficult over time.—
Chris Yogerst,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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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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Though the statesman tries to stay one step ahead of the sovereign, the facade he’s so carefully crafted starts to crack.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 Mar. 2025
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The iconic flag is bolted onto the facades of brick homes.—
Sara Miller Llana,
The Christian Science Monitor,
20 Mar. 2025
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The tiny home’s flooring, doors, and layout can be completely customized as well as the appearance of the exterior’s aluminum siding, which can be designed to look like natural wood or brick.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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In what will be his first public appearance he was hospitalized, Francis will give his blessing shortly after noon on Sunday to a crowd outside the hospital, the Vatican said in a statement.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Persona.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persona. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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