Basic Details
Word: Characterization
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The way in which an author describes and develops characters in a story.
Synonyms: Description, portrayal, representation
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Character is destiny: The idea that a person's character shapes their future. Example: "He always helped others; character is destiny, after all."
- To show one's true character: To reveal a person's real personality or nature. Example: "In tough times, people often show their true character, revealing who is really supportive."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The author used rich characterization to make the main character relatable and real to the readers.
Example 2: Through effective characterization, we learned that the villain had a troubled past that shaped his actions.
Example 3: Good characterization helps the audience feel a strong connection with the characters in the story.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "characterization" comes from the word "character," which originally referred to the physical markings on objects, and later evolved to describe the traits and qualities of people in literature?
Famous Quote
"The greatest gift you can give someone is your time. When you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you can never get back." Unknown. This reflects how important characterization is to understanding the lives of others in stories.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "characterization" mean?
a) The way a story begins
b) The way characters are described and developed in a story
c) The genre of the story
d) The setting of the story
Answer: b) The way characters are described and developed in a story
2. Which of these is a synonym of "characterization"?
a) Presentation
b) Description
c) Title
d) Theme
Answer: b) Description
3. Which sentence uses "characterization" correctly?
a) The characterization of the story was plain and boring.
b) The cat's characterization jumped over the fence.
c) Her favourite food is characterization.
d) The characterization of the book was part of its plot.
Answer: a) The characterization of the story was plain and boring.
4. Which idiom means showing a person's true nature?
a) Show one's true character
b) Character is destiny
c) A character in disguise
d) The story of my life
Answer: a) Show one's true character
5. What is the opposite of "characterization"?
a) N/A
b) Glaring
c) Ignorance
d) Blurring
Answer: a) N/A
