characteristic
Translation
characteristic, feature, quality, trait
Examples
Patience is his main characteristic.
Patience is his main characteristic.
The house has many charming characteristics.
The house has many charming characteristics.
Grammar Patterns
((a characteristic)) of ((sb./sth.)) a typical quality of (sb./sth.) Generosity is a characteristic of my mother.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feature, trait, quality
Etymology
From Greek 'kharakter' (engraved mark). It refers to the features that make up a 'character'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'characteristics' that make up a 'character' in a story.