character

Plural

characters

1. 1.A being involved in the action of a story; a persona.

2. 2.A distinguishing feature; characteristic; trait; nature; phene.

   • We were not able to ascertain the character of the relationship.
   • A single locus governing the petal colour character was detected on the linkage group A2.

3. 3.A complex of traits marking a person, group, breed, or type.

   • A study of the suspect's character and his cast iron alibi ruled him out.

4. 4.Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; moral strength.

   • He has a great deal of character.
   • "You may not like to eat liver," said Calvin's father, "but it builds character."

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• characterize