characteristics

[kar-ik-tuh-ris-tiks] / ˌkær ɪk təˈrɪs tɪks /

NOUN

typical feature, trait

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aspect attribute component essence flavor nature peculiarity personality quality style symptom temperament tendency tone virtue

STRONG

affection badge bag bearing bent caliber cast complexion differentia disposition distinction earmark endowment essential faculty frame idiosyncrasy inclination individuality lineament mannerism mark mood originality particularity point property singularity specialty streak stripe thing thumbprint tinge trademark turn

Antonyms

STRONGEST

whole

Example Sentences

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“One of the defining characteristics of this company has always been our willingness to look ahead, embrace change, and position ourselves for the future,” Roberts told analysts during a Monday call.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

"We see the energy transfer characteristics change with speed so varying this is important," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

To investigate the discrepancy, the team used a technique called inversion, which works backward from observed tsunami behavior to estimate the characteristics of the earthquake that generated it.

From Science Daily • Jun. 25, 2026

According to VeryWell Mind, an organization devoted to mental health, there are several specific characteristics of a cult.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

I knew most of them by name, not because I talked with them, but because after many Sundays of observing them I had learned who they were and a little bit about their characteristics.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya