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Character

Person or being featured in a narrative.

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A Character refers to a person or being featured in literature, film, television, games, or other narrative forms. Characters often embody specific traits and drive the plot forward through their actions and development.

Etymology

The term 'character' originates from the Greek word 'charaktēr,' referring to a distinguishing mark or stamp.

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A character is like a person or animal in a story, movie, or play - they do things and help tell the tale.

Fun Facts

Some characters become more famous than the stories they're in
Sherlock Holmes is a very popular character from Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories
Characters can be based on real people

FAQ

What is a character? A person, animal, or creature in a story
Who creates characters? Authors and playwrights
What are character traits? Qualities that describe a character's personality

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

fictional person role

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

protagonist antagonist supporting character

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

story narrative plot

Indexes

narrative element symbolic representation

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