static character

Pronunciation

Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

A character who stays essentially the same throughout a story, without significant growth or change.

"The wise old mentor is a static character who offers the same steady advice from beginning to end."

Synonyms and antonyms

dynamic character

Which word fits the gap? "The wise old mentor is a _____ who offers the same steady advice from beginning to end."

Answer: static character

In your own words, what does "static character" mean?

A character who stays essentially the same throughout a story, without significant growth or change.