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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But there are some key technical characteristics of the recent trading in Avis shares that make some believe a hard landing is in the works.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

An FIA statement said: "These measures are designed to reduce excessive closing speeds while maintaining overtaking opportunities and overall performance characteristics."

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

“A heart attack in a patient with his characteristics, it’s the most common thing in the world for a patient to die like that.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

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

As a biracial family, the kids exhibited an eclectic mix of physical characteristics and loved comparing which traits they got from what parent.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser