Definition of "characterization" []

• The act or an instance of characterizing. (noun)
• A description of qualities or peculiarities: a list of places of interest, with brief characterizations of each. (noun)
• Representation of a character or characters on the stage or in writing, especially by imitating or describing actions, gestures, or speeches. (noun)

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• "Lets start with the characters; the characterization is appalling to say the least, all the characters are one dimensional and the novel doesn't make you care or feel anything for any of them."
• "I'm not sure if the setting or the characterization is the star of Adam Rapp's first graphic novel, Ball Pen Hammer."
• "Perhaps there are slight similarities, but the characterization is a lot more well-rounded."