Middle

characterize

/ˈkærɪktəraɪz/

char · ac · ter · ize ˈkær · ɪk · tər · aɪz

English Definition

v. describe qualities

中文释义

描述，具有……特征

Significado en Español

caracterizar, describir

한국어 뜻

특징짓다, 묘사하다

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

đặc trưng hóa, mô tả

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “characterize” as used in the following sentence: “In the novel, the author seeks to characterize the main protagonist as a dynamic and evolving individual.”

A define
B obscure
C complicate
D ignore

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A — define. “characterize” means v. describe qualities

Common questions about “characterize”

What does “characterize” mean?

characterize — v. describe qualities. In Chinese: 描述，具有……特征.

How do you pronounce “characterize”?

characterize is pronounced /ˈkærɪktəraɪz/. It breaks into 4 syllables: char · ac · ter · ize.

Is “characterize” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. characterize appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “characterize”?

character(characteristic or quality)

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characterize

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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