trait
noun
a distinguishing characteristic or quality, especially of one's personal nature.
traits
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pluralof trait.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Arne has the right traits, both as a player and as a character, to fit into what we are trying to build moving forward. He is very motivated to be here for this challenge."
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
The unusual combination of traits raises the possibility that the fossil belongs to a species that has not yet been described.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026
Pryor points to behavioral traits including coachability, curiosity, reliability, comfort asking for clarification and the ability to repair a misstep.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
In a telling exchange, Garcia-Navarro asked the mayor about traits that make a good politician, and then she pointed to his smile and innate optimism.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2026
And ought she have given Dr. Westminster some warning about the...well, unusual traits of her three pupils?
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
