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How is the word property different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of property are attribute, character, and quality. While all these words mean "an intelligible feature by which a thing may be identified," property implies a characteristic that belongs to a thing's essential nature and may be used to describe a type or species.

the property of not conducting heat

Where would attribute be a reasonable alternative to property?

While the synonyms attribute and property are close in meaning, attribute implies a quality ascribed to a thing or a being.

the attributes of a military hero

When is it sensible to use character instead of property?

The words character and property can be used in similar contexts, but character applies to a peculiar and distinctive quality of a thing or a class.

remarks of an unseemly character

When is quality a more appropriate choice than property?

Although the words quality and property have much in common, quality is a general term applicable to any trait or characteristic whether individual or generic.

material with a silky quality

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of property From blackberries to blueberries to peaches, the property is bountiful in the summertime. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 31 May 2025 Both properties sustained significant structural damage. Stephanie Lam, Mercury News, 31 May 2025 The property was in pretty bad shape until Sophie and Rocky moved in. Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 31 May 2025 Extract from beetroot has strong antioxidant properties that protect against several types of cancer, including:9 Breast Skin Prostate Liver Lung Esophageal Nitrates in meat differ from those in fruits and vegetables. Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for property
Recent Examples of Synonyms for property
Noun
  • Sure, the plot’s kind of a mess, but warrior Alice is an empowering turn while Johnny Depp’s Mad Hatter and Helena Bonham Carter’s big-headed Red Queen are splendidly strange.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 May 2025
  • This article contains plot details for Lilo & Stitch.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 24 May 2025
Noun
  • North York Moors National Park The low-growing vegetation characteristic of the Moors is gray-green, rust-brown, and even purple in places.
    Mike Nolan, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025
  • From engaging with the rich tradition of equestrian fashion to exploring the nuanced world of Kentucky bourbon and even discovering the unique characteristics of Icelandic horses, Shelby County offers visitors an enriching few days in the Blue Grass State.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Inflammatory conditions in the male reproductive tract are harmful to sperm production and function.
    Bill Sullivan, The Conversation, 28 May 2025
  • This vibrant tract features a variety of Colorado and regionally native trees, shrubs, and perennials.
    Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • At retail price, the MSI Thin gaming laptop is already a good deal, a solid budget model with a nice 144Hz full HD screen, decent build quality and decent components for the price.
    K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 27 May 2025
  • They were just replaced with a new addition to the lineup, but this pair is still fantastic, with excellent sound quality and class-leading noise cancellation.
    Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 26 May 2025
Noun
  • That said, listing agent Eric Moreland notes the walled, 1.24-acre parcel is a rare pocket of private breathing-room—hard to come by in Tarrytown and harder still across Austin.
    Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
  • The parcel was allotted to her in 1891 through the Dawes Act, which allowed the federal government to break up tribal land.
    Nick Oxford, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • Mark Monroe directs the feature which will premiere at the Tribeca Festival on June 6 before streaming on Netflix June 11.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 22 May 2025
  • Pinho was previously in Cannes with debut feature film The Nothing Factory, which premiered in Cannes Directors’ Fortnight in 2017, receiving the Fipresci Prize.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Rethinking the meaning of de-extinction Bringing back a species like the dire wolf isn’t just a matter of getting the fur right or tweaking a few visible traits.
    Elay Shech, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
  • Really, all Morgan Plus 8s are much the same, and promise a perfectly delightful driving experience, offering the most traditional British roadster traits in a car that can easily keep up in modern traffic.
    Robert Ross, Robb Report, 30 May 2025
Noun
  • If, through some freaky genetic engineering, a scientist could combine the physical attributes of Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, what might be the result?
    Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 29 May 2025
  • What's more, fragrance fanatics are more than three times as likely to purchase one linked to emotional attributes and/or memories as described in TikTok videos.
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025

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“Property.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/property. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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