FEATURE Synonyms
There are 19 hypernyms of the word feature. (close relations)
Definition of FEATURE
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characteristic | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • typical or distinctive noun • a prominent attribute or aspect of something • a distinguishing quality; a feature that can be used to identify something • the integer part (positive or negative) of the representation of a logarithm; in the expression log 643 = 2.808 the characteristic is 2 • any measurable property of a device measured under closely specified conditions | ||||||||
aspect | 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 | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
component | nounn | |||||||
noun • an abstract part of something • something determined in relation to something that includes it • an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system | ||||||||
detail | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole • a small part that can be considered separately from the whole • extended treatment of particulars • a crew of workers selected for a particular task • a temporary military unit verb • provide details for • assign to a specific task | ||||||||
distinction | nounn | |||||||
noun • a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes • high status importance owing to marked superiority • a distinguishing difference between similar things or people • an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority | ||||||||
element | nounn | |||||||
noun • an abstract part of something • an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system • any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter • the most favorable environment for a plant or animal • one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe • the situation in which you are happiest and most effective • a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone | ||||||||
facet | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinct feature or element in a problem • a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone) | ||||||||
factor | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • anything that contributes causally to a result • an abstract part of something • one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer • a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission • any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together • an independent variable in statistics • (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity verb • resolve into factors • be a contributing factor • consider as relevant when making a decision | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
mark | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) • Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel • a distinguishing symbol • the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament • a reference point to shoot at • a visible indication made on a surface • the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember • a symbol of disgrace or infamy • formerly the basic unit of money in Germany • a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of • a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation) • a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) • an indication of damage • a marking that consists of lines that cross each other • something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal verb • attach a tag or label to • designate as if by a mark • be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense • celebrate by some ceremony or observation • make or leave a mark on • to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful • notice or perceive • mark with a scar • make small marks into the surface of • establish as the highest level or best performance • make underscoring marks • remove from a list • put a check mark on or near or next to • assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation • insert punctuation marks into | ||||||||
particular | adjectiveadj | |||||||
noun • a fact about some part (as opposed to general) • a small part that can be considered separately from the whole • (logic) a proposition that asserts something about some (but not all) members of a class adjective satellite • unique or specific to a person or thing or category • separate and distinct from others of the same group or category • surpassing what is common or usual or expected • first and most important • exacting especially about details • providing specific details or circumstances | ||||||||
peculiarity | nounn | |||||||
noun • an odd or unusual characteristic • a distinguishing trait • something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting | ||||||||
point | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a geometric element that has position but no extension • the precise location of something; a spatially limited location • a brief version of the essential meaning of something • an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole • a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process • an instant of time • the object of an activity • a V shape • a very small circular shape • the unit of counting in scoring a game or contest • a promontory extending out into a large body of water • a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list • a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect • an outstanding characteristic • sharp end • any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass • a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch • one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan • a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations • a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer • the dot at the left of a decimal fraction • the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip • a distinguishing or individuating characteristic • the gun muzzle's direction • a wall socket • a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs verb • indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively • be oriented • direct into a position for use • direct the course; determine the direction of travelling • be a signal for or a symptom of • sail close to the wind • mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics • mark with diacritics • mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes • be positionable in a specified manner • intend (something) to move towards a certain goal • indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle • give a point to • repair the joints of bricks | ||||||||
property | 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 | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
trait | nounn | |||||||
noun • a distinguishing feature of your personal nature | ||||||||
boast | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • speaking of yourself in superlatives verb • show off • wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner | ||||||||
have | verbv | |||||||
noun • a person who possesses great material wealth verb • have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense • have as a feature • go through (mental or physical states or experiences) • have ownership or possession of • cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition • serve oneself to, or consume regularly • have a personal or business relationship with someone • organize or be responsible for • have left • be confronted with • undergo • suffer from; be ill with • cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner • receive willingly something given or offered • get something; come into possession of • undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) • achieve a point or goal • cause to be born • have sex with; archaic use | ||||||||
lineament | nounn | |||||||
noun • a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something • the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin | ||||||||