CHARACTERISTICS Synonyms
There are 13 hypernyms of the word characteristics. (close relations)
Definition of CHARACTERISTICS
Best Alternative Words for CHARACTERISTICS
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elements | nounn | |||||||
noun • violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) | ||||||||
marks | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964) | ||||||||
aspects | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinct feature or element in a problem • a characteristic to be considered • the visual percept of a region • the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb • the feelings expressed on a person's face | ||||||||
attributes | nounn | |||||||
noun • a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished • an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity verb • attribute or credit to • decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | ||||||||
features | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a prominent attribute or aspect of something • the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin • the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater • a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine • (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind • an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles verb • have as a feature • wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner | ||||||||
hallmarks | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinctive characteristic or attribute of someone or something • a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity | ||||||||
idiosyncrasies | nounn | |||||||
noun • a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual | ||||||||
peculiarities | nounn | |||||||
noun • an odd or unusual characteristic • a distinguishing trait • something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting | ||||||||
properties | nounn | |||||||
noun • something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone • a basic or essential property shared by all members of a class • any area set aside for a particular purpose • a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished • any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie | ||||||||
qualities | nounn | |||||||
noun • an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone • a degree or grade of excellence or worth • a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something • (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) • high social status adjective satellite • of superior grade • of high social status | ||||||||
traits | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinguishing feature of your personal nature | ||||||||
attribute | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished • an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity verb • attribute or credit to • decide as to where something belongs in a scheme | ||||||||
feature | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • a prominent attribute or aspect of something • the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin • the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater • a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine • (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind • an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles verb • have as a feature • wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner | ||||||||
hallmark | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a distinctive characteristic or attribute of someone or something • a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity | ||||||||
idiosyncrasy | nounn | |||||||
noun • a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual | ||||||||
mannerism | nounn | |||||||
noun • a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual • an art style in late 16th century Europe characterized by spatial incongruity and excessive elongation of the human figures. • a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display | ||||||||
quality | nounn | |||||||
noun • an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone • a degree or grade of excellence or worth • a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something • (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) • high social status adjective satellite • of superior grade • of high social status | ||||||||
tendency | nounn | |||||||
noun • an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others • an inclination to do something • a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect • a general direction in which something tends to move | ||||||||
trademark | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinctive characteristic or attribute of someone or something • a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product verb • mark with a brand or trademark • register the trademark of | ||||||||
trait | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinguishing feature of your personal nature | ||||||||