characterization vs characterize

characterization is a noun but characterize is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
characterization	Yes	No	No	No
characterize	No	No	Yes	No

characterization (noun)	characterize (noun)
acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
a graphic or vivid verbal description
the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features

characterization (verb)	characterize (verb)
	describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
	be characteristic of