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

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qualities

The reason, I suspect, is that the very qualities that make public servants like Mr. Alexander so appealing prevent them from succeeding in the modern process of winning the presidency.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026

The researchers trained participants in the studies by drawing their attention to six perceptual qualities:

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

Through their fantastical ordeals, the X-Men illustrate qualities that inspire viewers, young and old.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

It’s salty, creamy, herbaceous and just a little briny, the exact qualities that make a dirty martini so appealing in the first place.

From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026

Maybe each of us carries the capacity to demonstrate those qualities in some way that will make a difference.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell