1. to describe the distinctive qualities or features of someone or something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘characterize’
2. to be a typical feature or quality of someone or something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘characterize’

Examples

• The report characterizes the company as innovative and forward-thinking.
• Honesty characterizes all of her relationships with friends.
• The teacher characterizes the student as hardworking and dedicated.
• Heavy rainfall characterizes the climate in this region.
• The author characterizes the main character as brave but reckless.
• Rapid growth characterizes the technology industry.
• The study characterizes teenagers as increasingly health-conscious.