Synonyms for character

noun

1. The dominant quality

   temper, temperament, nature, sense, complex, mystique, mood, streak, attribute, trait, quality, singularity, badge, turn, tone, style, aspect, complexion, specialty, spirit, genius, humor, frame, grain, vein, atmosphere, ambience, climate, air, aura; see also attitude 2, characteristic, temperament.

2. The sum of a person's characteristics

   personality, disposition, nature, makeup, temperament, constitution, reputation, repute, individuality, estimation, record, caliber, standing, type, shape, quality, habit, appearance; see also kind 2.

3. A symbol, especially in writing

   letter, sign, figure, emblem; see letter 1, mark, number 2.

4. *An odd or striking person

   personality, figure, personage, original, eccentric, oddity, crank*, nut*, case*, odd duck*, queer duck*, oddball*, weirdo*, crackpot*, flake*, kook*, freak*.

5. Moral strength

   integrity, honor, probity, backbone; see determination 2, honesty 1.

6. A role

   part, persona, member of the cast; see actor 1, cast 2, role.

in character

out of character