characterized
adjective
having been described or distinguished.
characterised
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a variation of
characterized.
Example Sentences
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Arsenal's close season was one characterised by some unquestionable successes, but also riddled by difficulties and frustration.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
"The circumstances have changed today and the country has entered a new phase characterised by peace and participation."
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
Vivas characterised the incident as an "unequivocal attack".
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
It is typical of Alonso, whose style of play was characterised by slowing the game down.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
And indeed the overriding emotion of American Tune’ is an understated patriotism that is characterised not by cynicism but rather by gratitude.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
