Synonyms of trait

trait

noun

ˈtrāt 

as in characteristic

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

honesty is one of her defining traits

Synonyms & Similar Words

• characteristic
• feature
• attribute
• quality
• attribution
• criterion
• hallmark
• property
• marker
• peculiarity
• character
• mark
• specific
• affection
• fingerprint
• symbol
• particularity
• stamp
• touch
• note
• point
• sign
• indication
• differentia
• diagnostic
• virtue
• emblem
• token
• badge
• merit
• grace
• charm
• excellence
• eccentricity
• uniqueness
• idiosyncrasy
• individuality
• quirk
• singularity
• oddity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trait

Finding the blessings among the challenges has long been a defining trait of Leake’s. — Tricia Despres, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Numerous renowned and highly respected psychiatrists have provided evidence that the president does show signs of dementia, in conjunction with unmistakable traits consistent with malignant narcissism and antisocial personality disorder. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

Her flop of a debate performance left her sounding like someone with no vision or kindness — career suicide for someone who has made her reputation on both traits. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Those rights protect against the unauthorized commercial use of an athlete’s name, image, likeness, signature, voice, nickname and other commercially valuable traits. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 Aug. 2026