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character

/ˈtʃɑːrəktər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does character mean?

noun, verb

A character is a person, animal, or fictional entity with a distinct personality, or a person who plays a part in a play, film, or other performance. To characterize is to describe or portray someone or something in a particular way.

Example

"The main character in the novel was a complex and dynamic person with many flaws and virtues."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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