CHARACTERIZATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Characterization.
Characterization - as a noun
A graphic or vivid verbal description
Example: "Too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
characterisationdelineation12depiction14picture11word-paintingword pictureHypernyms (Closely Related)
description16verbal descriptionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features
Example: "The media's characterization of al gore as a nerd"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
characterisationActing the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enactment13personation13portrayal14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acting9performing18playacting18playing13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The characterization of the protagonist in the novel was complex and multi-dimensional."
"The filmmaker's effective characterization of the villain made him truly menacing."
"The author's use of indirect characterization allowed readers to form their own opinions about the character."
"The play's characterization of the historical figure was historically inaccurate."
"The actor's brilliant characterization brought the character to life on stage."
Word Game Points
Is CHARACTERIZATION a valid Scrabble word?
No, characterization is NOT valid for Scrabble
Is CHARACTERIZATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, characterization is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCHARACTERIZATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 34.
Is CHARACTERIZATION a valid WordFeud word?
No, characterization is NOT valid for WordFeud
Invalid WordCHARACTERIZATION is not a valid WordFeud word.
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