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US/pərˌsɑː.nɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK/pəˌsɒn.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
describing an object or idea as if it were a person; also a perfect example of a quality
In context
'The wind whispered through the trees' is an example of personification.
Vietnamese folk poems often use personification to describe rivers and mountains.
My grandmother was the personification of patience and quiet strength.
Words that go with personification
noun + preposition
- personification ofLady Justice is the personification of fairness in the law.
- example of personificationCan you find an example of personification in this poem?
adjective + noun
- very personificationOur team leader is the very personification of calm.
- living personificationOn stage, she was the living personification of grace.
verb + noun
- use personificationThe poet uses personification to give the moon human feelings.