Characterization — synonyms, definition

1. characterization (Noun)

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characterization (Noun) — A graphic or vivid verbal description. ex. "the pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters"

characterization (Noun) — The act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features. ex. "the media's characterization of Al Gore as a nerd"

characterization (Noun) — Acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture.

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