characterization
gb/kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/ us/kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
C1
Inglês
jellemábrázolás, megformálás, alakítás, jellemzés, ábrázolás, karakterizálás
NOME
C1
1
Padrão de uso:
the characterization of [character] (in [work])
The novel’s characterization makes even minor characters feel real.
A regény jellemábrázolása miatt még a mellékszereplők is valódinak hatnak.
Her characterization of the villain relies more on small gestures than on long speeches.
A gonosztevő megformálása nála inkább apró gesztusokra épül, mint hosszú beszédekre.
In the early chapters, the characterization is subtle, but it becomes clearer later.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The story has good characterization.
A történetben jó a jellemábrázolás.
The writer uses dialogue for characterization.
Az író párbeszédeket használ a jellemábrázoláshoz.
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse characterization (how a character is shown) with character (the person in the story).
Significado
how a character is portrayed
Colocações
strong characterization
|vivid characterization
|effective characterization
|characterization in the novel
|characterization in the film
|characterization of the protagonist
|characterization and plot
|characterization and dialogue
|characterization through action
|characterization through speech
Sinónimos
character development (Often emphasizes change over time, not just portrayal.)
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portrayal (More general; can apply to real people as well as fictional ones.)
Antónimos
flatness (The absence of depth or complexity in characters.)
Temas
literature
|education
|writing
|arts
Definição
the way a story shows what a character is like
In fiction or drama, the way a writer or actor presents a character’s personality and qualities through description, actions, dialogue, and other details.
NOME
C1
2
megformálás
B2
alakítás
B2
Padrão de uso:
[someone]'s characterization of [character]
Her characterization of Elizabeth is more playful than in earlier productions.
Erzsébet figurájának megformálása nála játékosabb, mint a korábbi előadásokban.
Critics praised his characterization for its quiet intensity.
A kritikusok a visszafogott intenzitásáért dicsérték az alakítását.
The remake offers a darker characterization of the hero.
Exemplos para aprendentes
I liked his characterization of the main character.
Tetszett, ahogyan megformálta a főszereplőt.
Significado
a particular portrayal of a character
Colocações
a brilliant characterization
|a nuanced characterization
|a comic characterization
|a chilling characterization
|a new characterization
|a different characterization
|an actor's characterization
|a director's characterization
Sinónimos
interpretation (Highlights an actor’s or reader’s personal reading of the character.)
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performance (Broader; includes voice, movement, and acting choices, not only the character concept.)
Antónimos
miscasting (Choosing an unsuitable actor, often leading to an unconvincing portrayal.)
Temas
arts
|film_tv
|theatre
|reviews
Definição
a particular way of showing a character
A specific depiction or interpretation of a character, especially in a performance, adaptation, or review.
NOME
C1
FORMAL
3
jellemzés
B2
Padrão de uso:
[someone]'s characterization of [thing] as [description]
I don’t agree with his characterization of the meeting as a waste of time.
Nem értek egyet azzal, ahogyan a megbeszélést időpocsékolásként jellemezte.
The report challenged the media’s characterization of the protests as violent.
A jelentés vitatta, hogy a média erőszakosként jellemezte a tüntetéseket.
Her characterization of the new policy was more positive than mine.
Exemplos para aprendentes
That is an unfair characterization of what happened.
Ez igazságtalan jellemzése annak, ami történt.
Erro comum:
In this sense, characterization usually refers to someone’s wording or framing, not to a fictional character.
Significado
a description or judgment of something
Colocações
a fair characterization
|an accurate characterization
|an unfair characterization
|a misleading characterization
|a harsh characterization
|a generous characterization
|characterization of the problem
|characterization of events
|characterization as a success
|characterization as a failure
Sinónimos
description (More neutral; may lack the evaluative or framing element.)
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portrayal (Often implies a particular slant or perspective.)
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depiction (Slightly more formal; common in media and analysis.)
Antónimos
misrepresentation (A characterization that is false or misleading.)
Temas
communication
|media
|business
|politics
Definição
the way someone describes something
A description of someone or something, especially one that expresses an opinion about what it is like.
NOME
C1
FORMAL
4
Padrão de uso:
characterization of [someone/something] (in [medium])
The documentary avoids stereotypical characterization of rural communities.
A dokumentumfilm kerüli a vidéki közösségek sztereotip ábrázolását.
Accurate characterization of the risks is essential for informed decisions.
A kockázatok pontos jellemzése elengedhetetlen a megalapozott döntésekhez.
The novel’s characterization of the city is almost as vivid as its characters.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The film’s characterization of the topic is serious.
A film komoly képet ad a témáról.
Significado
the act of describing or portraying
Colocações
public characterization
|media characterization
|characterization in the press
|characterization in advertising
|characterization of a group
|characterization of a culture
|negative characterization
|positive characterization
Sinónimos
representation (Broader; can include symbols, statistics, or models, not only descriptive portrayal.)
Antónimos
omission (Leaving something out rather than portraying it.)
Temas
communication
|media
|writing
Definição
the process of describing something
The act or process of describing, portraying, or representing a person, group, or thing in words, images, or other media.
NOME
C2
TECHNICAL
5
Padrão de uso:
characterization of [material/system]
The team completed characterization of the new alloy using microscopy and spectroscopy.
A csapat mikroszkópia és spektroszkópia segítségével elvégezte az új ötvözet karakterizálását.
Early characterization results suggest the battery degrades faster at high temperatures.
A korai karakterizálási eredmények szerint az akkumulátor magas hőmérsékleten gyorsabban degradálódik.
Careful characterization of the sensor is required before field testing.
Significado
analysis to determine properties
Colocações
material characterization
|surface characterization
|chemical characterization
|structural characterization
|thermal characterization
|electrical characterization
|device characterization
|characterization data
|characterization methods
|characterization techniques
Sinónimos
analysis (Much broader; characterization often implies systematic measurement of defining properties.)
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profiling (Less common in lab contexts; can suggest building a detailed property set.)
Antónimos
guesswork (The opposite of measurement-based determination of properties.)
Temas
science
|engineering
|technology
Definição
scientific tests that show what something is like
In science and engineering, the testing and analysis used to identify and measure the properties or structure of a material, substance, device, or system.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
characterization
IPA
GB/kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
US/kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas e acento
char - ac - ter - iz - a - tion (6 sílabas)
Stress on 4th syllable (iz)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: characterization
- Plural: characterization, characterizations
Família de palavras
Forms
characterizations
noun
Core family
Related words
characteristically
adverb
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
mischaracterize
verb
mischaracterization
noun
Expressões
characterization of [someone/something] as [something]
1/kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən əv sˈoʊmˈoʊnsəmˈɛθɪŋ ˈæz sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
describe as a particular thing
calling something a certain kind of thing
Exemplos
- The characterization of the reform as “a tax grab” sparked backlash.
- Her characterization of the delay as “minor” didn’t match customers’ experiences.
- We rejected the characterization of our work as careless.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- I disagree with the characterization of the plan as risky.
direct characterization
1/dɪɹˈɛkt kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
writer states traits directly
when the writer directly says a character’s qualities
Exemplos
- The opening uses direct characterization: the narrator calls her “stubborn and proud.”
- Direct characterization can be efficient, but it may feel less natural than showing actions.
- In this story, direct characterization is rare; most traits are implied.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- This paragraph uses direct characterization.
indirect characterization
1/ɪndɚˈɛkt kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
traits shown through behavior
when a story shows traits through actions and words
Exemplos
- The author relies on indirect characterization, letting the reader infer his jealousy.
- Her impatience is built through indirect characterization in short, sharp dialogue.
- Indirect characterization often feels more realistic than simply listing traits.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- We learn about him through indirect characterization.
material characterization
1/mətˈɪɹiəl kˌɛɹɪktɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
testing a material’s properties
scientific tests to learn about a material
Exemplos
- Material characterization showed the polymer becomes brittle in cold conditions.
- The lab specializes in material characterization for thin films.
- They used X-ray diffraction for material characterization.