Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

identity

noun
/aɪˈdɛntɪti/
Definition
The condition of being oneself or itself, and not another.
Examples
  • Her identity was rooted in her cultural heritage.

  • He struggled to find his identity after moving to a new country.

  • Online interactions can often blur the lines of one’s true identity.

Meaning
Identity refers to the qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and/or expressions that make a person or group. It can also refer to the concept of self or the way individuals define themselves.
Synonyms
  • self
  • individuality
  • personality
  • uniqueness
  • character