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Persona Definition & Meaning

persona
noun
  1. an actor's portrayal of someone in a play; "she played the part of Desdemona"
  2. (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world; "a public image is as fragile as Humpty Dumpty"

"Persona" in song lyrics

See how persona is used in real songs:

  • "With incredible action and drama, my suspenseful persona"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Grafh — DJ Unknown & Mekalek (Rare Species Freestyle)
  • "And you certaintly can blame the jazziest persona"
    Bubba Sparxxx — My Tone
  • "Masterminded an underground persona"
    Celph Titled & Buckwild — I Could Write a Rhyme

Usage tips for "persona"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "persona" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for persona to find words that pair well.

Use "persona" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does persona mean?
an actor's portrayal of someone in a play; "she played the part of Desdemona" (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world; "a public image is as fragile as Humpty Dumpty"
What part of speech is persona?
Persona is a noun.
How many definitions does persona have?
Persona has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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