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1. character
noun. ['ˈkɛrɪktɝ'] an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story).
Etymology
- character (English)
- caracter (Middle English (1100-1500))
- caractere (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
2. character
noun. ['ˈkɛrɪktɝ'] a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something.
Etymology
- character (English)
- caracter (Middle English (1100-1500))
- caractere (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. character
noun. ['ˈkɛrɪktɝ'] an actor's portrayal of someone in a play.
Synonyms
Etymology
- character (English)
- caracter (Middle English (1100-1500))
- caractere (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. character
noun. ['ˈkɛrɪktɝ'] the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions.
Synonyms
Etymology
- character (English)
- caracter (Middle English (1100-1500))
- caractere (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. character
noun. ['ˈkɛrɪktɝ'] a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities).
Etymology
- character (English)
- caracter (Middle English (1100-1500))
- caractere (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. check
verb. ['ˈtʃɛk'] examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition.
Synonyms
Etymology
- check (English)
- eschec (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- scacus (Latin)
7. check
noun. ['ˈtʃɛk'] a written order directing a bank to pay money.
Etymology
- check (English)
- eschec (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- scacus (Latin)
8. check
verb. ['ˈtʃɛk'] be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something.
Synonyms
Etymology
- check (English)
- eschec (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- scacus (Latin)
9. check
verb. ['ˈtʃɛk'] make an examination or investigation.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- check (English)
- eschec (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- scacus (Latin)