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character

[kar-ik-ter] / ˈkær ɪk tər /




NOUN
portrayal of another
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The character doesn’t need any redeeming qualities for this particular film to remain entertaining.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

I’m not sure Hurley’s the most convincing character witness, but Captain Headbutt isn’t wrong.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The suave Hernández character Domingo appeared briefly but was conked on the noggin by White, who also achieved Five-Timers status, but as a musical guest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"It is clear then that not everything throughout a long season will go your way," said Lijnders, "but it shows character again and mentality that he comes back in this fashion."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

On the refrigerator is a picture I drew of a character my mom made up named Dorothy Dingle.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko