
好词典

源自希腊语 'kharaktēr'(印记、特征),通过拉丁语 'character' 进入英语,后缀 '-ise' 表示动词化。
❶ 描述或界定某人或某物的典型特征,强调其独特或显著的特点。常用于说明事物的本质或表现方式。
“The novel is characterised by its vivid descriptions of rural life.”
(这部小说的特点是它对乡村生活的生动描述。)
“His leadership is characterised by fairness and transparency.”
(他的领导风格以公平和透明为特点。)
be characterised by — 以某种特点或特征为标志,用于说明某人或某物的显著属性。
“The city is characterised by its historic architecture and vibrant culture.”
(这座城市以其历史建筑和充满活力的文化为特点。)