characteristically (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪkli/

Definition

In a way that is typical or distinctive of a particular person, place, or thing.

Examples

• He characteristically chose the most challenging route up the mountain.

• The painting, with its bold brushstrokes, is characteristically Van Gogh.

• Characteristically, the small town celebrated its annual festival with a vibrant parade.

How to Use characteristically

characteristically + adjective (collocation)

Describes a quality that is typical of someone/something. — "She was characteristically calm under pressure."

characteristically + verb (collocation)

Describes an action typical of someone/something. — "He characteristically arrived early to prepare."

Synonyms of characteristically

Words with a similar meaning to characteristically:

• typically
• distinctively
• peculiarly
• quintessentially

Antonyms of characteristically

Words with the opposite meaning to characteristically:

• uncharacteristically
• atypically

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