Characterise (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Be characteristic of; "What characterizes a Venetian painting?".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Synonyms

• Characterize

Hypernyms

• Differentiate
• Distinguish

Hyponyms

• Individuate
• Define

Related Words

• Character (noun)

Meaning ²

Describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of; "You can characterize his behavior as that of an egotist"; "This poem can be characterized as a lament for a dead lover".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Synonyms

• Characterize
• Qualify

Hypernyms

• Think Of
• Remember

Hyponyms

• Mark
• Distinguish
• Stamp

Related Words

• Characterisation (noun)
• Character (noun)