Characterization
Pronunciation: /ˌkɛrəktərɪˈzeɪʃən/
Characterization (noun)
- The act of describing someone’s qualities so others understand what they are like.
- In a story or text, the way details are used to show a character’s personality and behaviour.
- A set of tests used to find and describe the properties of a material, device, or system.
Examples
- Her characterization of the neighbor felt accurate and respectful.
- The characterization helped me understand his personality quickly.