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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

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

Jon decided to keep some character elements of the original "donor boat".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The character of housekeeper Edna Garrett, played by Charlotte Rae, was spun off in 1979 into a second hit series, “Facts of Life,” which ran until 1988.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Plus, Dad being a character in them changes the way I’d read them completely.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas