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characterisation
noun

Divide characterisation into syllables:

char · ac · ter · i · sa · tion

How to pronounce characterisation:

Definition of characterisation:

characterisation (noun):
noun. a graphic or vivid verbal description.
a word or short phrase used to describe someone or something

Synonyms for characterisation:

interpretationepithetperformancecharacterizationportraitplayingpictureactingtakeportrayal
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Antonyms for characterisation:

mysterynobodyunknownnonentitycipher

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