Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
personae non gratae
Noun
/pərˈsoʊni ˌnɑːn ˈɡreɪtə/
Definition
A Latin term referring to individuals who are no longer welcome in a particular place or context.
Examples
- After the scandal, he became a persona non grata at the company.
- Throughout history, various diplomats have been declared personae non gratae by host countries.
Meaning
This phrase is often used in diplomatic contexts to describe individuals who are undesirable or have lost their privilege to remain in a location, particularly due to their actions or behavior.
Synonyms
- unwelcome person
- disfavored individual
- undesirable
