identity

Meanings

• noun

  The qualities, characteristics, or expressions that define an individual or group.

  - "Her identity was a closely guarded secret."
  - "The loss of one's identity can be devastating."
  - "A person's identity is shaped by their experiences and beliefs."

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Pronunciation

1. /aɪˈdɛntəti/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75272003"

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Synonyms

individuality , selfhood , celebrity , personality , identity function

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with identity
pride , tide , side , hide , tidey , abide

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. identity, idenity, ideentity
   

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Variants

List of all variants of identity that leads to same result
identities , identity , identity element , identity elements , identity card , identity cards , identity crises , identity crisis , identity matrices , identity matrix , identity matrixes , identity politics , identity theft , identity parade , additive identities , additive identity , dissociative identity disorder , dissociative identity disorders

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Etymology

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

From the Latin 'idem' meaning 'same'.

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Trivia

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

1. The concept of identity has been explored in various philosophical and psychological theories, including John Locke's 'Tabula Rasa' theory and Sigmund Freud's 'Id, Ego, and Superego' theory.

2. In computer science, 'identity' refers to a unique identifier for a computer system or user.

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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-concept: The collection of beliefs and attitudes an individual holds about themselves.

2. Personality: The unique set of characteristics that define an individual's behavior and thought patterns.

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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.

Identity plays a significant role in various aspects of culture. It can be explored in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression, where it can represent individuality, community, or social norms.

How to Memorize "identity"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person standing in front of a mirror, reflecting on their unique qualities and characteristics.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'identity' with the idea of being unique and individual.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Identity: Individual, Distinct, Unique, Tangible, Enduring, Yours'

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