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/kiː ˈtreɪt/ · key trait
noun
  1. A characteristic or quality that is essential or distinctive to a person, group, or thing. Her key trait as a leader was her ability to inspire confidence in her team.
  2. A feature or attribute that is crucial to the success or definition of something. The key trait of a good novel is a well-developed plot.
Did you know? The phrase 'key trait' is often used in psychological and personality assessments to identify an individual's core strengths and weaknesses.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 31, 2026