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noun. the aggregate of features and traits that form the individual nature of some person or thing. one such feature or trait; characteristic. moral or ethical quality: a man of fine, honorable character. qualities of honesty, courage, or the like; integrity: It takes character to face up to a bully. reputation:
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character /ˈkerɪktɚ/ noun
plural characters
character
/ˈkerɪktɚ/
noun
— used to say that some action or behavior is or is not like someone's usual way of behaving
•It was entirely in character for a generous person like her to give him the money.
•His rudeness was completely out of character. [=he is not usually rude]
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Definitions of character. noun. a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something. “the radical character of our demands” synonyms: lineament, quality. see more. noun. the inherent complex of attributes that determines a person's moral and ethical actions and reactions.
