Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of character
"The new video game features a wide variety of characters for players to choose from, including heroes and villains."
In plain English: Characters are the people, animals, or creatures that appear in a story, movie, or game.
"The characters in the new movie are very funny and relatable."
Usage: Use "characters" to refer to multiple distinct personalities in a story or various people known for their unique traits. Do not use it to mean single letters when you need the word "letters."
From Latin character, originally referring to an impression made by a seal, such as on wax or metal. It evolved to mean any distinctive mark, symbol, or personality trait.