Words Like CHARACTERIZE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to CHARACTERIZE.

9 Alternative Words Similar to characterize

1 Qualify Verb      Synonym Words Like Qualify
2 Characterise Verb      Synonym Words Like Characterise
3 Differentiate Verb      Synonym Words Like Differentiate
4 Distinguish Verb      Synonym Words Like Distinguish
5 Mark Verb      Synonym Words Like Mark
6 Remember Verb      Synonym Words Like Remember
7 Describe Verb-transitive      Synonym Words Like Describe
8 Define Verb      Hyponym Words Like Define
9 Individuate Verb      Hyponym

2 examples of characterize

1 the antibiotic activity in the sample was characterized by HPLC, and proved to be erythromycin
2 This poem can be characterized as a lament for a dead lover

10 definitions of characterize

1 To make distinct and recognizable by peculiar marks or traits; to make with distinctive features.
2 To engrave or imprint.
3 To indicate the character of; to describe.
4 To be a characteristic of; to make, or express the character of.
5 to identify the structure or nature of.
6 be characteristic of
7 describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
8 To describe the qualities or peculiarities of: characterized the warden as ruthless.
9 To be a distinctive trait or mark of; distinguish: the rash and high fever that characterize this disease; a region that is characterized by its dikes and canals.
10 To impart a special stamp or character to; constitute a characteristic or the characteristics of; stamp or distinguish; mark; denote.
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