Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personal characteristic

noun
/ˈpɜr.sən.əl ˌkær.əkˈtɛr.ɪs.tɪk/
Definition
A distinguishing quality or trait that defines an individual’s personality.
Examples
  • Her kindness is a personal characteristic that everyone admires.
  • Honesty is an important personal characteristic in a leader.
Meaning
Personal characteristics are attributes or traits that describe someone and help define who they are as a person.
Synonyms
  • trait
  • attribute
  • quality
  • feature