characteristic
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A quality or feature that is typical of a person, place, or thing and helps to identify it.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
trait
feature
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Curiosity is one of her most noticeable _____."
Answer: characteristic
In your own words, what does "characteristic" mean?
A quality or feature that is typical of a person, place, or thing and helps to identify it.
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