Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personal-experience

noun
/ˈpɜːrsənl ɪkˈspɪərɪns/
Definition
The knowledge or skill acquired by an individual through involvement in or exposure to an event or situation.
Examples
  • Her personal experience with travel enriched her storytelling.
  • Every personal experience can add value to our conversations.
  • He shared his personal experience of overcoming challenges.
Meaning
Personal experience refers to the unique insights and understanding someone gains based on their own life events and interactions.
Synonyms
  • firsthand experience
  • individual experience
  • direct experience