Personal
Adjective
UK
/ˈpɜː.sən.əl/
US
/ˈpɝː.sən.əl/
Definition
Related to a particular person, not shared.
Example
"This is a personal matter and should be kept private."
"She shared her personal thoughts only with close friends she trusted deeply."
"Personal information should be protected to prevent misuse and maintain privacy."
Explanation
Personal means something that belongs to one person or is connected to their private life, feelings, or thoughts. It is not shared with everyone and is often meant to stay private. Personal things can include opinions, information, space, or belongings. When something is personal, it usually affects one individual directly. People often feel protective about personal matters because they are closely connected to who they are and how they feel.