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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Their results show that if life spreads and alters planets, it can create measurable statistical links between where planets are located and what characteristics they display.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

It also has a subset of transactions marketed through an MLS, which includes additional details such as the asking price, original listing date and other property characteristics.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

It could be given the characteristics of its owner’s choosing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"Human eyes and brains are highly sensitive to subtle changes in color, texture, and other surface characteristics," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

As a rule domesticated plants are less genetically diverse than wild species, because breeders try to breed out characteristics they don't want.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann