identity

noun

ī-ˈden-tə-tē How to pronounce identity (audio)
Definition of identitynext
1
as in similarity
the state of being exactly alike although the covers of the two paperback editions of the novel are different, there's a complete identity in the texts

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2
as in personality
the set of qualities that make a person different from other people children begin to form their own identity by the age of two

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Recent Examples of identity The evidence suggests that the pottery developed a consistent technological identity while maintaining a distinctive visual style. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026 The identity of that player is a question for Chelsea’s sporting leadership team, who always have a list of potential targets. — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 The type of brand its built, and the identity its created, may not appeal to you, but their current record enrollment figure suggests their plan is working. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026 One of the most memorable moments comes at the film’s end, when Wadsworth runs about the mansion, trying to summarize the night’s events and explain the identity of the killer. — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for identity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for identity
  1. similarity
  2. personality
  3. resemblance
  4. character
  5. sameness
  6. oneness
  7. homogeneity
Noun
  • He is best known for introducing the idea of dynamical similarity to cosmological systems — a mathematical realization of philosophical principles in physics.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 28 Aug. 2026
  • There is no historical source that puts the similarity between the two diadems in writing.
    — Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of similarity
Noun
  • Of course, Sophie-Rose and her friend Garrett (social-media personality Jake Shane) have no reason to care about Billie at all.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The media personality recently shared an Instagram Reel promoting her podcast interview with author Virginia Evans (The Correspondent) while wearing a striped button-up blouse.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of personality
Noun
  • For his part, Breen says that both dates are false and that the yearbook picture (which bears a striking resemblance to him) is a different person.
    — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
  • And yes, most everyone will call it the Batmobile, as the resemblance certainly warrants it.
    — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of resemblance
Noun
  • The Oscar-winning actress has written a new musical stage adaptation around the character, set to open on London’s prestigious theater scene in the summer of 2027.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The entire ensemble of cast led by Manoj, Divya, and Boman bring an incredible depth to their characters.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of character
Noun
  • The first term may make the second plausible, compatible or even probable, but plausibility is not identity, compatibility is not implication, probability is not necessity, and similarity of appearance is not proof of sameness of nature.
    — Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Shareholders judged them against each other, encouraging a kind of sameness as the business model shifted from niche specialties to running investing superstores.
    — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of sameness
Noun
  • There was no other identity or activity – only the oneness of creator and His spiritual expression, man.
    — Sylvia Messner, Christian Science Monitor, 27 July 2026
  • Two Ships is thus a narrative for our time, when the aspirational vision of oneness has given way to intractable twoness.
    — James Traub, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026
Definition of oneness
Noun
  • Sklansky said the success of community policing is not based on that city size or homogeneity but whether police officers are committed to building relationships with the community.
    — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The singer’s fourth album inhabits a balmy medium zone of relentlessly moderate tempos and subdued vocals, where even brief moments of intriguing tension and fuzz get flattened into homogeneity.
    — Mitch Therieau, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
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“Identity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/identity. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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