Meaning & use
trait
A distinguishing quality or characteristic belonging to a person, animal, or thing.
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Patience is a trait that makes her an excellent teacher.
The study examined which genetic traits were passed down through generations.
A note on using this word
Common in both personality descriptions ('a kind trait') and genetics ('an inherited trait').
Words with a similar meaning
characteristicquality
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