noun
personage
PUR-suh-nihj
Personage (noun) means a person of importance or fame. Example: “Several distinguished personages attended the opening ceremony.”
noun
1
A person of importance or fame.
"Several distinguished personages attended the opening ceremony."
2
A character portrayed in a book, film, or play.
"The novel's central personage is loosely based on a real historical figure."
How to use personage
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA notable or important individual, or a character in a story.
When to use it
Fairly formal or literary; "important person" or "public figure" is more common in everyday speech.
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Word forms
- Plural
- personages
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Etymology
From Old French personage, built from "person" plus the suffix "-age."
Synonyms
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important person
influential person
Rhymes for personage
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What does “personage” mean?
The word “personage” means a person of importance or fame. In plain terms, a notable or important individual, or a character in a story.
How do you pronounce “personage”?
“Personage” is pronounced PUR-suh-nihj (/ˈpɝsənɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “personage” in a sentence?
Here is “personage” used in a sentence: “Several distinguished personages attended the opening ceremony.”
What part of speech is “personage”?
“Personage” is a noun.
Where does the word “personage” come from?
The word “personage” comes from Old French. From Old French personage, built from "person" plus the suffix "-age.".
How many meanings does “personage” have?
“Personage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person of importance or fame.
