mindmap root((特有)) characteristic applies to something that distinguishes or identifies a person, thing, or class: responded with his ~ wit. individual stresses qualities that distinguish one from other members of the same group or class: a highly ~ writing style. peculiar stresses the rarity or uniqueness of qualities possessed by a particular individual or class or kind: an eccentricity that is ~ to the British. distinctive indicates qualities distinguishing and uncommon and often worthy of recognition or praise: her ~ aura of grace and elegance.