Synonyms for

Characters

Noun / ˈkærʌktɜ:z / / ˈkerʌktɜ:z / Another word for characters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Characters are the people or animals in a story, movie, or play.

Synonyms & similar words

eccentric lineament grapheme character persona fiber type case reference quality fibre part role personages individuals figures personalities cast roles parts players performers actors actresses protagonists antagonists heroes villains stars icons symbols emblems avatars

Synonyms by register

Formal

figures personalities individuals entities

Informal

folks people dudes guys

Literary

personae souls beings

Antonyms

inanimate objects things nonentities abstracts

Common collocations

  • main character
  • supporting character
  • character development
  • character arc
  • character traits
  • character analysis
  • character sketch
  • character witness

Word family

noun character
verb characterize
adjective characteristic
adverb characteristically

Usage note

When referring to people in a story or play, 'character' is the standard term. Avoid using 'characters' to refer to inanimate objects or abstract concepts unless in a highly metaphorical context.

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Example sentences

  1. The characters in the movie were so funny.
  2. I like to dress up as my favorite character for Halloween.
  3. The author created many unique characters in the book.
  4. The characters in the play were very talented actors.
  5. My favorite character in the game is the wizard.

Quotes

  • We become what we behold. We shape our tools, and thereafter our tools shape us. - Marshall McLuhan
  • It is the characters that make the play, not the actors. - William Shakespeare
  • A true hero is a hero not because he is brave or strong or clever or faithful, but because he is so truly and deeply good that he inspires others to be good also. - Unknown

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