character

/ˈkæ.ɹɪk.tə/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A being involved in the action of a story; a persona.

2

A distinguishing feature; characteristic; trait; nature; phene.

3

A complex of traits marking a person, group, breed, or type.

4

Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; moral strength.

5

A unique or extraordinary individual; a person characterized by peculiar or notable traits, especially charisma.

6

A written or printed symbol, or letter.

7

Style of writing or printing; handwriting; the particular form of letters used by a person or people.

8

A secret cipher; a way of writing in code.

9

One of the basic elements making up a text file or string: a code representing a printing character or a control character.

10

A person or individual, especially one who is unknown.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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