verb B1 Intermediate

characterise

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Characterise (verb) means a non-Oxford British English standard spelling of characterize.

verb

A non-Oxford British English standard spelling of characterize.

"Tuchel arrived in Belgrade insisting England were ready to improve and show their quality after the dour victories that have characterised their World Cup qualification campaign." — Phil McNulty, Serbia 0-5 England (2025)

"Charlbury, between Oxford and Worcester, is one of the few surviving Italianate stations designed by Brunel. Built in 1853, it is characterised by the broad overhanging hipped roof, providing shelter at front and rear." — Anthony Lambert, Reimagining Railway Stations (2020)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.