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Personify Definition & Meaning

personify
verb
  1. invest with or as with a body; give body to
  2. represent, as of a character on stage; "Derek Jacobi was Hamlet"
  3. attribute human qualities to something; "The Greeks personated their gods ridiculous"

"Personify" in song lyrics

See how personify is used in real songs:

  • "Really feel that I'm the best, so I personify"
    Kool Moe Dee — I'm Kool Moe Dee
  • "Kill me with these magazines, personas that personify"
    Opio f/ Souls of Mischief — Drivers Wanted
  • "Yo, they must wanna die cause they can't touch the knowledge I personify"
    Tony Touch f/ Guru — Guru Freestyle

Usage tips for "personify"

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Frequently asked questions

What does personify mean?
invest with or as with a body; give body to represent, as of a character on stage; "Derek Jacobi was Hamlet" attribute human qualities to something; "The Greeks personated their gods ridiculous"
What part of speech is personify?
Personify is a verb.
How many definitions does personify have?
Personify has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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