static character

American  

[stat-ik kar-ik-ter] / ˈstæt ɪk ˌkær ɪk tər /

noun

1. a literary or dramatic character who undergoes little or no inner change; a character who does not grow or develop.

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Etymology

Origin of static character

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

On air, Mr. Pickles is a steadfast, noble presence but a static character.

From The New Yorker • Sep. 5, 2018

His daughter has taken over his idea that static character is less interesting or relevant than the dynamics of exchange.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2016

And part of that was just Saul Goodman per se is a static character.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2015

Waldman: Is it just me, or has she been a pretty static character this season?

From Slate • May 3, 2013

In contrast with fulfilling some process in order that activity may go on, stands the static character of an end which is imposed from without the activity.

From Democracy and Education: an introduction to the philosophy of education by Dewey, John