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

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characteristics

While the language in the notes might seem straightforward, police said the writer's "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognisable.

From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026

The researchers also examined the characteristics of the particles being accelerated, information that may help reveal what kind of object is powering the process.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 2, 2026

Officials released the two notes on Friday, asking the public for help identifying the writer, whose "distinct linguistic characteristics may be recognisable".

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026

With rare exceptions, a male may justify his belief in his sex and a female in hers by being aware of their secondary sex characteristics consistent with their “sex assigned at birth.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

“And Tobias can resist simulations, but he doesn’t display some of the characteristics we’ve come to expect of the Divergent. I can explain in more detail later.”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth