CEFR B2

characterise

verb

Meaning

To describe the distinctive nature or features of someone or something.

Examples

The report aims to characterise the main challenges facing the industry.
His quiet determination characterised him throughout his career.

Synonyms: describe, depict, define, typify

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characterise (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

Definition

To describe the distinctive nature or features of someone or something.

Examples

The report aims to characterise the main challenges facing the industry.
His quiet determination characterised him throughout his career.
Scientists are trying to characterise the new species of beetle.

How to Use characterise

characterise as (prepositional phrase): To describe someone or something in a particular way. — "The media often characterised the protest movement as radical."
characterise the (collocation): To be a typical feature or example of something. — "This period of artistic innovation characterised the Renaissance."

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