/ ˈpɜːsənəli; NAmE ˈpɜːrs-/ adverb
1.
used to show that you are giving your own opinion about sth :
Personally, I prefer the second option.
'Is it worth the effort?' 'Speaking personally, yes.'
2.
by a particular person rather than by sb acting for them :
All letters will be answered personally.
Do you know him personally (= have you met him, rather than just knowing about him from other people) ?
3.
in a way that is connected with one particular person rather than a group of people
SYN individually :
He was personally criticized by inspectors for his incompetence.
You will be held personally responsible for any loss or breakage.
4.
in a way that is intended to be offensive :
I'm sure she didn't mean it personally.
5.
in a way that is connected with sb's personal life rather than with their job or official position :
Have you had any dealings with any of the suspects, either personally or professionally?
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IDIOMS
- take sth personally