Definition of Characterization

1. Noun. A graphic or vivid verbal description. "The pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters"


2. Noun. The act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features. "The media's characterization of Al Gore as a nerd"
Exact synonyms: Characterisation
Generic synonyms: Description
Derivative terms: Characterise, Characterize

3. Noun. Acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture.
Exact synonyms: Enactment, Personation, Portrayal
Generic synonyms: Acting, Performing, Playacting, Playing
Specialized synonyms: Impression, Character, Part, Persona, Role, Theatrical Role
Derivative terms: Enact, Personate, Portray

Definition of Characterization

1. n. The act or process of characterizing.

Medical Definition of Characterization

1. The discernment, description, or attributing of distinguishing traits. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Characterization

charactering
characterisation
characterise
characterised
characterisic function
characteristic
characteristic
characteristically
characteristics
characteristic curve
characteristic curve
characteristic emission
characteristic radiation
characteristic X-ray
characterization (current term)
characterization (current term)
characterize
characterized
characterizes
characterizing
characterizing group
characterless
characters
charactery
character actor
character analysis
character armor
character assassination
character disorder
character neurosis

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