characteristic
/ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4504 in the learning path
特征；特点
Definitions
n. A quality that is typical of a person or thing.
特征；特点
adj. Typical of a particular person, thing, or group.
典型的；特有的
Example
One striking characteristic of this cat is its curly fur.
这只猫的一个显著特征是卷曲的毛。
The ability to adapt quickly is an important characteristic of successful businesses in a changing economy.
在不断变化的经济环境中，快速适应能力是成功企业的重要特征。
Collocations
- distinctive characteristic
- physical characteristics
- characteristic of
Word family
- characteristically (adv.)
- characterise (v.)
- characterisation (n.)
Synonyms
- feature
- trait
Usage tip
形容词常用be characteristic of，表示是……的典型特征。
FAQ
- What does characteristic mean?
- A quality that is typical of a person or thing. Typical of a particular person, thing, or group.
- How is characteristic pronounced?
- UK /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/, US /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
