characters (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkærəktərz/
Definition
People or animals in a story, play, or movie.
Examples
The children loved the cartoon's funny characters.
She is one of the most memorable characters in literature.
How to Use characters
- character in a story (collocation)
- A person or animal that is part of a narrative. — "Who is your favorite character in the book?"
- character development (collocation)
- The process of change or growth a character undergoes in a story. — "The novel is praised for its detailed character development."
- character assassination (idiom)
- Deliberately trying to damage someone's reputation. — "The political campaign was accused of character assassination."
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