English · Arts & Literature
character
/ˈkær.ək.tə/
[/ˈkær.ək.tə/]
person in a story
Beginnernoun
Definition
A person in a story, play, or film; also a person's qualities and personality.
Example
The main character grows from a shy student into a brave and confident leader.
The main character grows from a shy student into a brave and confident leader.
Etymology
From Greek 'kharakter' (an engraved mark, stamp), from 'kharassein' (to engrave).
How & Where It’s Used
Means a fictional person, a personality, or a printed letter or symbol.