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trait

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of trait

something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind

honesty is one of her defining traits

Synonyms of trait

affection, attribute, attribution, character, characteristic, criterion, diagnostic, differentia, feature, fingerprint, hallmark, mark, marker, note, particularity, peculiarity, point, property, quality, specific, stamp, touch

Words Related to trait

badge, indication, sign

emblem, symbol, token

excellence, merit, virtue

eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, oddity, quirk

individuality, singularity, uniqueness

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