feature
14 synonyms and 0 antonyms for feature, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A distinctive or noticeable part or quality of something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use feature
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French faiture, ultimately from Latin facere ("to make, do") — a doublet of "facture".
Full origin of feature →Frequently asked questions
What does “feature” mean?
The word “feature” means a distinctive or noticeable part or quality of something. In plain terms, a notable part of something, or (as a verb) to prominently include something.
How do you pronounce “feature”?
“Feature” is pronounced FEE-chuh (/ˈfi.t͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “feature” in a sentence?
Here is “feature” used in a sentence: “The kitchen's biggest feature is the large island counter.”
What part of speech is “feature”?
Depending on how it is used, “feature” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “feature” come from?
The word “feature” comes from Latin. From Old French faiture, ultimately from Latin facere ("to make, do") — a doublet of "facture".
Is “feature” a common word?
“Feature” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “feature” have?
“Feature” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a distinctive or noticeable part or quality of something.
What is the difference between a feature and a characteristic?
The words overlap, but a feature tends to be a distinct, noticeable part you can point to — a feature of a phone or a face. A characteristic is more often a defining quality or trait, especially of behaviour or nature. Features stand out visibly; characteristics describe what something is essentially like.
What is an example of a feature?
A touchscreen is a feature of a smartphone, a fireplace is a feature of a room, and high cheekbones are a feature of a face. In each case, a feature is a distinctive or noticeable part or quality that stands out. Products, places, and people can all be described by their features.
What are facial features?
Facial features are the individual parts of the face — eyes, nose, mouth, cheeks, chin, and brow — especially as they combine to give someone a distinctive appearance. When people describe strong or soft features, they mean the shape and prominence of these parts. Features in this sense are what make each face recognisable.
What is the difference between a feature and a function?
A feature is a distinctive part or quality something has; a function is what it does or the job it performs. A camera is a feature of a phone, while taking photos is its function. Features describe attributes; functions describe purpose or action. The two are often listed together when describing products.