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personifying

/ˌpɜːrsəˈnaɪfaɪzɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does personifying mean?

verb

To attribute human characteristics or behavior to a non-human entity, such as an animal, object, or idea. This can be done for creative or rhetorical purposes, often to make a concept more relatable or engaging.

Example

"The sun smiled down on us, casting a warm glow over the landscape."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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