personally
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Britannica Dictionary definition of PERSONALLY
1
— used to say that something was done or will be done by a particular person and not by someone else
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He said he would attend to the matter personally.
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I personally approved the changes.
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She personally replied to my letter.
2
— used to say that someone knows a person or thing from personal experience and not because of someone else
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“Do you know him personally?” “No, but my friend does.”
3
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in a way that involves a particular person and no one else
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You will be held personally responsible for any losses or damages.
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The player was personally criticized by his coach.
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He blamed me personally for causing the problem.
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I was personally offended by the article.
4
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in a way that relates to a particular person and is offensive or hurtful
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He didn't mean it personally.
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Don't take my comments personally.
5
— used to say what your opinion is
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Personally, I liked the first version more. = I personally liked the first version more.
6
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in a way that involves someone's personal life rather than someone's work or job
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I knew him both personally and professionally.
