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Definition characterization in American English

characterization noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˌkerəktərɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the way in which a writer creates characters in a book, play, movie, etc.

Example

Tey's novels are well constructed, with strong characterization and a fine prose style.

Synonyms and related words
allegory anthropomorphic bathos
2

the way in which someone or something is described as a particular type of person or thing

Example

They portray him as a weak leader, but I don't think that's a fair characterization.

Synonyms and related words
description story picture
Definition characterization in American English