qualities

[kwol-i-teez] / ˈkwɒl ɪ tiz /

NOUN

characteristic, feature

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aspect character condition element kind nature trait

STRONG

affection affirmation attribute constitution description endowment essence factor genius individuality make mark parameter peculiarity predication property savor sort virtue

WEAK

name of tune nature of beast way of it

NOUN

value, status

Synonyms

STRONGEST

capacity character condition excellence kind variety

STRONG

arete caliber class distinction excellency footing grade group merit perfection place position preeminence rank repute standing state station stature step superiority virtue worth

WEAK

superbness

Antonyms

STRONG

disadvantage insignificance unemployment unimportance worthlessness

Example Sentences

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But to the extent deterrence is credible, it’s because it’s backed up by certain qualities in a country’s arsenals—and, more important, its politico-military decision-makers.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

For instance, the word "needs" often described basic requirements rather than human-like qualities.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

Yet for all the mythical qualities of Apollo, Jack Kiraly, director of government relations at the Planetary Society, said "nostalgia" perhaps "glosses over some of the issues that the program at the time faced."

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The once reticent Lopes also showed leadership qualities as early as 1976, when a throw by new Dodgers outfielder Dusty Baker had missed the cutoff man.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

It is a lovely country; full of beauties of all imaginable kinds, and the people are brave, and strong, and simple, and seem full of nice qualities.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker