Characterization

Pronunciation: /ˌkɛrəktərɪˈzeɪʃən/

Characterization (noun)

  1. The act of describing someone’s qualities so others understand what they are like.
  2. In a story or text, the way details are used to show a character’s personality and behaviour.
  3. 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.