Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
personalia
Noun
/ˌpɜːrsəˈneɪliə/
Definition
Personal details or information about an individual, particularly in the context of formal records or documents.
Examples
- The university’s directory includes personalia of all its staff and students.
- In many cultures, personalia is protected by privacy laws.
- When applying for a job, you may need to provide your personalia on a form.
Meaning
Personalia refers to specific information related to a person’s life, including their name, age, address, and other personal identifiers that may be used for identification purposes.
Synonyms
- Personal information
- Biographical details
- Identity details
