Literature - Characterization

the process by which a fictional character is portrayed and transformed throughout a story

sviluppo del personaggio

someone or something serving as the very typical example of a thing or person

archetipo

the way in which a character's personality, beliefs, attitudes, and emotions are expressed through their speech and thoughts

voce

villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing

antagonista

the main character in a movie, book, etc. who lacks heroic qualities such as being morally good

anti-eroe

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

storia del personaggio

the transformation or development of a fictional character over the course of a story

arco del personaggio

a negative trait or quality of a fictional character that leads to their downfall or contributes to their struggles or conflicts throughout the story

tragedia personale

a negative trait or quality of a fictional character that leads to their downfall or contributes to their struggles or conflicts throughout the story

difetto di carattere

the way in which characters in a movie, book, etc. are created and represented by a writer

caratterizzazione

the main male character in a story, book, movie, etc., often known for his bravery and other great qualities

eroe

the psychological struggle that takes place within a character's mind or emotions

conflitto interno

the person who tells the story in a novel, poem, etc.

narratore

a fictional character, especially one who plays a significant role in a story or narrative

personaggio

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

protagonista

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

cattivo

the attribution of human traits and feelings to objects, animals, or natural phenomena in art and literature

fallacia patetica

the practice of attributing human qualities to objects or gods

antropomorfismo

(of characters in a narrative) to speak directly to the audience or acknowledge that they are part of a fictional work

a character in a work of fiction who is thought to represent the author's personal beliefs, experiences, or opinions

sostituto dell'autore

a character in a work of fiction who is used to help the audience understand and relate to the story

sostituto del pubblico

a narrative technique in which the credibility and truthfulness of the narrator are called into question

narratore inaffidabile

a narrative technique in which the narrator is all-knowing and has access to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of all the characters in the story

narratore onnisciente

a fictional character, often portrayed as an angelic being, who represents a character's conscience or moral compass

angelo sulla spalla

a fictional character, often portrayed as an unethical being, who represents a character's inner voice of temptation

diavolo sulla spalla

the perspective from which the narrator tells a story

a person or an animal represented in a book, play, movie, etc.

personaggio

a detailed explanation or description that clarifies the meaning or intent of a written work or discourse

esposizione

the emotional atmosphere or feeling created by a piece of writing

umore

a sudden or significant decline in a character's status, power, or fortune

caduta

the moment when previously hidden or unknown information is unveiled or disclosed to the reader or audience

rivelazione

an event or situation that creates a problem or obstacle for the protagonist or other characters in a story

complicazione

a feeling of release or relaxation that comes after a period of tension or suspense in a story

sollevamento

a character in a story who undergoes significant internal changes and growth over the course of the narrative

personaggio dinamico

a character in a story who is not highly developed, and typically has only one or two distinguishing traits or characteristics

personaggio piatto

a character in a story who contrasts with another character, typically the protagonist, in order to highlight particular qualities of the other character

personaggio di contrapposizione

a young, innocent, and naive character, often a young woman, in a story or play

ingenua

a complex and multidimensional character in a story, who often undergoes significant growth and change throughout the narrative

personaggio rotondo

a character in a work of fiction who remains the same from the beginning of the story to the end, without undergoing significant personal development or change

personaggio statico

a stereotype or cliché character that is easily recognizable and often used in literature or other forms of media

personaggio stereotipato

a point of view in which the story is told from the perspective of a character using "I" or "we"

narrativa in prima persona

a point of view in which the story is told using "you" as the pronoun for the protagonist or narrator, making the reader or audience feel more involved in the story

narrativa in seconda persona

a mode of storytelling where the narrator refers to characters using pronouns like "he" and "she" and is not a character in the story

narrazione alla terza persona

a person who is romantically or emotionally involved with another person, often a central character in a story or narrative

interesse amoroso

a close companion or assistant to the protagonist of a work of fiction, who provides support, advice, or comic relief

spalla

a character who plays the role of a father, mentor, protector, or guide to a younger character

figura paterna

a character, usually female, who functions as a nurturing or guiding influence over the other characters, often acting in a maternal role

figura materna

a character who serves as a trusted friend or advisor to the protagonist and with whom they share their innermost thoughts and feelings

confidente

the second most important character after the protagonist, and often plays a key role in the story's development

deuteragonista

a character who appears in a supporting role and has minimal impact on the story

personaggio terziario

a character in literature who represents an idea or a concept beyond their literal meaning and functions as a symbol to convey deeper meanings and themes

carattere simbolico

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

eroina

a wise and knowledgeable character who provides guidance or advice to the protagonist

saggio

a performer or entertainer in a royal court or other setting who is known for their humorous or nonsensical performances

giullare

a literary or dramatic character representing the ordinary individual, often placed in extraordinary circumstances and often used to evoke empathy in the audience

uomo comune

a fictional character archetype who, despite engaging in criminal activities, is sophisticated, charming, and often possesses a strong moral code that sets them apart from other criminals

ladro gentiluomo

a type of character archetype often used in storytelling, representing a wholesome and relatable male love interest who typically has a close connection to the protagonist

il ragazzo della porta accanto

a character archetype that is often described as wholesome, down-to-earth, and relatable

ragazza della porta accanto

a stock character often depicted as a sinister figure in literature and folklore who is usually the enemy of the hero

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