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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No matter their focus however, the outperformers share a few post-pandmeic characteristics, Smith notes, including higher cash flow return on investment, sustained growth, and an ability to exceed expectations.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

When fatty acids become part of pancreatic cell membranes, their chemical characteristics influence how easily those cells can be damaged by oxidation.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Ferrari's average deficit to Mercedes in qualifying this year is 0.447 seconds, and that's a big margin to make up just on a swing of characteristics.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Over generations, capitalism with American characteristics has produced technological advances, rising living standards and great wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The flourishing field of evolutionary psychology argues that many of our present-day social and psychological characteristics were shaped during this long pre-agricultural era.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari