identify

Meanings

• Verb

  To recognize or label someone or something as having a particular characteristic or identity.

  - "Can you identify the author of this book?"
  - "I was able to identify the thief by his footprints."
  - "The doctor identified the disease based on the patient's symptoms."

• Verb

  To name or describe the nature, essential qualities, or essential meaning of something.

  - "The title of the painting does not identify its subject matter."
  - "The name of the new product has not been identified yet."
  - "The novel explores the complexities of human identity."

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Pronunciation

1. /aɪˈdɛn.tɪ.faɪ/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1769970"

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Synonyms

ID

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with identify
recognize , realize , organize , monopolize

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Variants

List of all variants of identify that leads to same result
identified , identifies , identify , identifying , identify oneself , identified with , identifies with , identify with , identifying with

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'identify' comes from the Latin word 'idem' which means 'same' and the suffix 'fy' which means 'to make'. So, 'identify' means 'to make the same' or 'to make equal'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'identify' is often used in forensic science to describe the process of determining the identity of a person from physical evidence.

2. In computer science, 'identification' refers to the process of recognizing a user or system on a network.

3. The term 'self-identify' is used to describe the process of individuals identifying themselves as belonging to a particular group or category.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Self-identity: The concept of self-identity refers to an individual's understanding and perception of who they are and what makes them unique.

2. Identity crisis: An identity crisis is a psychological condition in which an individual experiences confusion and uncertainty about their self-image or role in society.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, the concept of identity is often explored through the use of characters who struggle to define themselves or are defined by others. In art, self-portraits are a common way for artists to express their own identity. In music, songs about self-discovery and self-expression are popular.

How to Memorize "identify"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize 'identify', imagine yourself recognizing or labeling something as having a particular characteristic or identity.

2. associate
   

   - To associate 'identify' with the idea of recognizing or labeling something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To remember 'identify', use the mnemonic: 'I Dentify' - I see and name the essential qualities or identity of something.

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