characteristic
Pronunciation: [ˌkærɪktəˈrɪstɪk]
Word
Context: "similarity"
(noun) a special quality or feature that makes someone or something unique. It helps to describe what someone is like or what makes a thing special.
Example
One characteristic of a good friend is being supportive and understanding.
Example
Being rude is not a characteristic of a good leader.
Example
What characteristic do you think is the most important in a teacher?
Context: "description"
(adjective) describing something as being typical or usual for a particular person or thing. It shows what is normal for them.
Example
Her characteristic smile always brightens up the room.
Example
This behavior is not characteristic of him; he usually acts differently.
Example
Is that kind of dress characteristic of your culture?
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