characterise
verbHow to pronounce characterise:
Definition of characterise:
- characterise (verb):
- to be a characteristic of
- verb. describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of.
Synonyms for characterise:
brand
characterize
differentiate
distinguish
identify
inform
mark
qualify
remember
stamp
think of
typify
Antonyms for characterise:
conceal
confuse
cover
distort
hide
mix up
obscure
suppress
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