characterful

adjective

char·​ac·​ter·​ful ˈker-ik-tər-fəl How to pronounce characterful (audio)
ˈka-rik-
1
: markedly expressive of character
a characterful face
2
: marked by character
a characterful decision

Examples of characterful in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Ferraris, Rolls-Royces, Lamborghinis, Bentleys… but also vintage Chevys and a sparkling gold Pontiac Trans Am show Ross to be an aficionado of not just the big-name big hitters but also characterful, stylish motors that speak of a certain flair and showmanship. Paul Croughton, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2024 The game picks up after the events of upcoming film Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget , and players will get to visit a variety of characterful locations to rescue chickens and bring them back to Chicken Island. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 1 Feb. 2024 Muses for the look include Kelly McGillis from the 1986 classic Top Gun, Kim Basinger, and Twin Peaks star Sherilyn Fenn, all of whom have sported characterful rounded bobs that require very little effort. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2022 Perfect for breaking up the drive between Udaipur and Jaipur, this characterful 11-room retreat, once a royal palace, is still run by the former maharajah and his family. Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2023 The engine, instead, has been chosen for its characterful feel and classic sound, which Ares suggests is befitting of the 1950s-roadster look. Charlie Thomas, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 2023 Visit a variety of characterful locations to rescue chickens and bring them back to Chicken Island. Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 Nov. 2023 This characterful boutique hotel was a historic mansion with an attached villa built in the 19th century by local wine magnate Michael Zannos. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 14 May 2022 Baez’s characterful illustrations outline the experience and her healing process. Lily Moayeri, Spin, 5 Oct. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of characterful was in 1893

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“Characterful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/characterful. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.

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