Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personal-matter

Noun
/ˈpɜːrsənl ˈmætər/
Definition
A situation or issue that pertains to an individual’s private life or personal affairs.
Examples
  • This is a personal matter that I would prefer to keep to myself.
  • Let’s not discuss personal matters in this meeting.
Meaning
A personal matter is something that is related to a person’s own private circumstances or feelings, typically not meant to be shared publicly.
Synonyms
  • Private issue
  • Individual concern
  • Personal affair