characterization
Translation
characterisation, portrayal, description, depiction
Examples
The author's characterization of the villain was complex.
The author's characterisation of the villain was complex.
His characterization of the event was inaccurate.
His characterisation of the event was inaccurate.
Grammar Patterns
the characterisation ((of sb./sth.)) the way (sb./sth.) is described The author's characterisation of the hero is very detailed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: portrayal, depiction, description
Etymology
From the verb 'characterize' + '-ation', a suffix denoting an action or its result. The UK spelling is 'characterisation'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'to characterize'. It's the *act* of describing a character or the description itself.