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Grade 7
(char-ac-ter-ize) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to describe the distinctive qualities of something.

Example Sentence

I would characterize Alice as a hard working student.

More Example Sentences

Teachers often characterize students' learning styles.

Synonyms

describe; define; identify

Antonyms

misrepresent

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characterize
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Rhymes

  • characterize
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