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something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the ability to fashion tools and other characteristics that distinguish human beings from other animals
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Recent Examples of characteristics
As a professor of science education, one of my goals while preparing future teachers is to introduce them to the characteristics of scientific knowledge and how it is developed.
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Ryan Summers, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
Typical eldest daughter characteristics include being responsible, independent, empathic, caring, a perfectionist, stressed and anxious, the Cleveland Clinic notes.
—Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Goodall in 1960 discovered that chimps made and used tools — characteristics that were long thought to be exclusive to humans.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
However, the bast fiber’s coarse characteristics have limited its use in denim.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
Each house will be defined by a sign with certain characteristics that will map out your life.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Autism spectrum disorder, as it is officially called, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, with a wide range of characteristics and support levels.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 26 Sep. 2025
More than 900 properties across the city contributed to the honor and were celebrated for the same characteristics that can lead to a citation under the vegetation ordinance.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
Today, Bath & Body Works finally unveils their new Touch of Gold collection that embodies those same characteristics in a bodycare and home fragrance line.
—Alisa Rendor, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
Ryan Summers, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
Typical eldest daughter characteristics include being responsible, independent, empathic, caring, a perfectionist, stressed and anxious, the Cleveland Clinic notes.
—Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Goodall in 1960 discovered that chimps made and used tools — characteristics that were long thought to be exclusive to humans.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
However, the bast fiber’s coarse characteristics have limited its use in denim.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
Each house will be defined by a sign with certain characteristics that will map out your life.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Autism spectrum disorder, as it is officially called, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, with a wide range of characteristics and support levels.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 26 Sep. 2025
More than 900 properties across the city contributed to the honor and were celebrated for the same characteristics that can lead to a citation under the vegetation ordinance.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
Today, Bath & Body Works finally unveils their new Touch of Gold collection that embodies those same characteristics in a bodycare and home fragrance line.
—Alisa Rendor, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for characteristics
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Also, research has shown this seasoning has antioxidant qualities.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
3 Oct. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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The lab tech was talking about thinking, feeling creatures with human-like traits.—
Ron Arias,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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In addition to its technical performance attributes—including lightness, durability and elasticity comparable to virgin polyamide—Q-Cycle has a lower environmental impact, too.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Programmatic advertising lets buyers target audiences based on demographics, shopping patterns or other attributes.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Monica Hooper is an award-winning features writer specializing in entertainment news for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.—
Dustin Staggs,
Arkansas Online,
6 Oct. 2025
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The cabin-style home’s external features are just as impressive as what’s inside, too.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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This post was corrected on 21 January 2021 to clarify attributions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 Jan. 2021
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“Characteristics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/characteristics. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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