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British pronunciation/kˈæɹɪktɐ/
American pronunciation/ˈkɛɹɪktɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "character"

Character
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a person or an animal represented in a book, play, movie, etc.

What is a "character"?

A character is a person, animal, or entity in a story that drives the plot and interacts with other elements of the narrative. Characters have distinct personalities, motivations, and traits that influence their actions and decisions within the story. They can be central to the plot, such as protagonists and antagonists, or play supporting roles. The development and complexity of characters help to engage the audience and shape the narrative, making them integral to the storytelling process.

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a role or part played by an actor, performer, voice actor, etc.

character definition and meaning
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In the school play, his character is the mischievous prankster.
My favorite actor's character in the play is a clever detective.
In the new film, she takes on the character of a determined journalist.
She auditioned for the character of the queen.
The character she plays in the series is very complex.
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a distinctive feature or trait that defines an individual's personality and behavior

Wiki
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the set of mental qualities that make a certain person different from others

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a person who has special qualities and behaviors that make them different from others

05

a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability

06

good repute

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(genetics) an attribute (structural or functional) that is determined by a gene or group of genes

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a specific symbol, letter, or grapheme used to represent a sound, word, or concept in written language

to character
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engrave or inscribe characters on

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The antique bookshelf in the study added character to the room's decor.
The unexpected turn of events swept up the characters in a whirlwind of change.
In some languages, such as Japanese, each character represents a syllabic unit rather than an individual sound
Fans often put together characters from different shows in their fanfiction stories.
The traditional woodblock printmaker painstakingly engraved Japanese characters onto a cherry wood block.
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