v. be characteristic of
vt. 描绘...的特性, 刻划...的性格
1. The author uses vivid descriptions to characterize the main character.
作者通过生动的描述来刻画主角。
2. Scientists often characterize new species based on their physical traits.
科学家们通常根据新物种的身体特征来进行分类。
3. The movie aims to characterize the struggles of everyday life.
这部电影旨在刻画日常生活中的挣扎。