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Synonym Chooser

How is the word personality distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of personality are character, disposition, temperament, and temper. While all these words mean "the dominant quality or qualities distinguishing a person or group," personality applies to an aggregate of qualities that distinguish one as a person.

a somber personality

When is it sensible to use character instead of personality?

Although the words character and personality have much in common, character applies to the aggregate of moral qualities by which a person is judged apart from intelligence, competence, or special talents.

strength of character

In what contexts can disposition take the place of personality?

In some situations, the words disposition and personality are roughly equivalent. However, disposition implies customary moods and attitude toward the life around one.

a cheerful disposition

When would temper be a good substitute for personality?

While in some cases nearly identical to personality, temper implies the qualities acquired through experience that determine how a person or group meets difficulties or handles situations.

a resilient temper

When is temperament a more appropriate choice than personality?

The words temperament and personality can be used in similar contexts, but temperament implies a pattern of innate characteristics associated with one's specific physical and nervous organization.

an artistic temperament

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of personality However, the factors that most influence a pup's choice include time spent together, interaction and engagement, personality traits, physical traits, routine, trust and respect, as well as past experiences with the person. Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025 In keeping with the recent blending, top YouTube channel proprietor Deestroying was part of the broadcast crew, and alternate telecasts and watch parties also involved YouTube personalities. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025 As with the debut, here each talent chose a timepiece that fit their personality, further cementing alignment. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025 Truly dynamic leaders who have more driving them besides wealth extraction will naturally seek out challenge, because that’s their personality. Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for personality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personality
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    Jillian Sederholm, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Other designers—Valentino, Versace, Oscar de la Renta, to name a few—also successfully courted celebrities, but few had as much success as Armani.
    Belinda Luscombe, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Chilean-American actress and singer did not reveal the age of her child or the identity of the father.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The episode made lots of people on Merseyside conclude FSG cared only about its asset, rather than the club’s place in the community that underpins their identity.
    Simon Hughes, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Curv 2 Pro retains its predecessor's striking white finish and curved base station, while increasing its vacuum and mopping power and adding versatility to its self-lifting wheels.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Avoid arrest and self-deport now using the CBP Home App.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Il Fagiano, the signature restaurant, offers an elevated culinary experience worthy of its Michelin star, making dining on-site an essential part of any stay at Grand Hotel Fasano.
    Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • And unlike the pop stars of the early aughts, who were very in-your-face with their raunchy personas, Sabrina has taken the whole thing with a sense of humor.
    Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
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  • Here, played by the black actress Karen Bryson, the character is all brains and sass.
    Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
  • At one point during NCIS' run, de Pablo's character was thought to be dead.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Golden generations are, almost by nature, generally followed by a less impressive one.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • By learning from nature’s most flexible swimmer, the octopus, researchers hope to overcome these challenges and make underwater machines more capable, adaptable, and sustainable.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Perhaps, like Elizabeth in the face of Darcy’s insult, Austen would also be prompted to spread spirited gossip about her heroine’s doubters and haters.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
  • When big gatherings of police and federal agents suddenly show up in residential areas, crowds often meet them with cell phone cameras, righteous indignation and insults.
    Daniel C. Vock, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
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  • Plus, the women’s version is on sale in select colors as well.
    Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Nearly 3,000 Amazon shoppers gave the candle trio a five-star rating for their adjustable brightness, realistic flickering features, and neutral colors.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2025

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“Personality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personality. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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