noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea
adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun
adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb
preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence
article a word that is used to indicate whether a noun is specific or unspecific
Used to describe a character's actions or behavior that deviates from their established personality traits or development in a story.
Used to describe behavior that is not typical or expected based on a person's usual character or personality traits.
Used to describe an actor's portrayal of a character that does not align with the character's established traits or motivations.
Used to describe a player's actions or decisions in a game that are inconsistent with the personality or background of their character.
In the context of writing, 'out of character' refers to a character in a story behaving in a way that is inconsistent with their established personality traits or characteristics. Writers may use this term when discussing character development and ensuring that actions and dialogue are authentic to the character.
Psychologists may use the term 'out of character' when discussing behavior that deviates from a person's usual patterns. This could indicate a potential psychological issue or a change in circumstances that is causing the individual to act in a way that is not typical for them.
In acting, 'out of character' refers to a performer breaking from the role they are portraying. This can happen unintentionally during a performance or rehearsal, and actors strive to stay in character to maintain the integrity of the performance.
HR managers may use 'out of character' when discussing employee behavior that is inconsistent with company values or expectations. This could be used in performance evaluations or disciplinary discussions to address actions that are not in line with the organization's standards.