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Pronunciation : Per`son*al"i*ty
Part of Speech : n.;
Etymology : [Cf. F. personnalit?. Cf. Personality.]
Definition : 1. That which constitutes distinction of person; individuality. Personality is individuality existing in itself, but with a nature as a ground. Coleridge.

2. Something said or written which refers to the person, conduct, etc., of some individual, especially something of a disparaging or offensive nature; personal remarks; as, indulgence in personalities. Sharp personalities were exchanged. Macaulay.

3. (Law)

Defn: That quality of a law which concerns the condition, state, and capacity of persons. Burrill.

pl. Personalities.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913