Definitions

1. noun

a person, character, or image presented to the public, especially as a performer or celebrity, or a character or image adopted by an individual for a particular purpose or occasion.

“She has many personas to choose from when creating her social media profiles.”

2. noun

a person’s individual character or personality, especially as seen in their behavior and attitudes.

“My friend’s persona changed dramatically after he traveled the world.”

3. noun

a character in a play, novel, or other fictional work.

“The protagonist in the novel has a complex and intriguing persona.”

4. noun

a mask or character worn by an actor in a performance, especially in a medieval play.

“The actor wore a persona to conceal his identity.”

5. verb

to give or assume a particular character or personality.

“She persona-ed as a confident businesswoman at the job interview.”