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/dɛfˈaɪnɪŋ ˈtreɪt/ · de.fin.ing.trait
noun
- A characteristic or quality that is essential to the identity or nature of something. Her defining trait as an artist was her ability to convey emotion through color and light.
- A distinctive feature or attribute that sets something apart from others. The company's defining trait was its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
verb
- To describe or identify the essential characteristics of something. The psychologist's task was to define the patient's defining traits and develop a treatment plan.
Synonyms
essential qualitycharacteristic featuredistinctive attributekey featuredefining featureessential characteristicdistinctive traitcrucial aspect
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of defining traits has been explored in various fields, including psychology, philosophy, and literature, where it is often used to describe the essence or identity of a person, place, or thing.