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identification

 

[ aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

personal

The action or process of identifying someone or something or the fact of being identified.

Synonyms

confirmation, recognition, verification.

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Word Description / Examples
identification

Refers to the process of determining the identity of a person, object, or concept. Commonly used in formal and technical settings.

  • The identification of the suspect took several hours.
  • Please provide identification to enter the building.
recognition

Implies acknowledging or accepting the existence, validity, or legality of something or someone. Often used in contexts involving appreciation or awareness.

  • The artist gained recognition for her innovative work.
  • Facial recognition software can identify people in a crowd.
verification

Involves the process of checking or testing the accuracy, validity, or authenticity of something. Frequently used in technical, financial, and legal contexts.

  • The verification of the transaction took only a few minutes.
  • The software includes a verification process to ensure data integrity.
confirmation

Used when confirming something that was previously uncertain or pending. Often used in situations needing validation or approval.

  • I received the email confirmation for my flight.
  • The confirmation of her appointment was a relief.

Examples of usage

  • The identification of the body was made through dental records.
  • The identification of the suspect was confirmed through fingerprints.
Context #2 | Noun

official

A document or card that proves or confirms someone's identity.

Synonyms

ID, driver's license, identity card.

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Word Description / Examples
identification

Used in a general sense to refer to any document or method that proves who someone is.

  • Can you show me some identification?
  • The office requires proper identification for entry.
ID

A common abbreviation for 'identification'; usually refers to any informal or commonly used form of identification document.

  • The bouncer asked to see my ID before I could enter the club.
  • You need an ID to check in at the hotel.
identity card

A formal, often government-issued document specifically for proving identity, common in many countries outside of the USA.

  • You are required to carry your identity card at all times in this country.
  • Please present your identity card at the security checkpoint.
driver's license

Specifically refers to the document that allows someone to drive a vehicle and often serves as a common form of ID.

  • Don't forget your driver's license when you go for a drive.
  • You need to show your driver's license to rent a car.

Examples of usage

  • You will need to show your identification at the airport security checkpoint.
  • Make sure to carry your identification with you at all times.
Context #3 | Noun

psychological

The unconscious attribution of a trait or characteristic to oneself, another person, or group.

Synonyms

association, connection, empathy.

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Word Description / Examples
identification

Used when recognizing or proving someone's identity or the act of determining what something is.

  • He needed identification to enter the building
  • The identification of new species is a slow process
association

Refers to a connection or relationship between people or things, often for a common purpose.

  • She has a long-standing association with the charity
  • The study found an association between diet and health
connection

Describes a link or bond between people, places, or objects, often implying a relationship or attachment.

  • He felt a strong connection to his hometown
  • The internet connection is very slow today
empathy

Denotes the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It is often used in emotional and social contexts.

  • Her empathy made her an excellent counselor
  • Showing empathy can help improve interpersonal relationships

Examples of usage

  • His identification with the character in the movie was so strong that he cried during the emotional scenes.
  • The identification of the students with the school's values was evident in their behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "identification" in other languages:

🇵🇹 identificação

🇮🇳 पहचान

🇩🇪 Identifikation

🇮🇩 identifikasi

🇺🇦 ідентифікація

🇵🇱 identyfikacja

🇯🇵 識別 (しきべつ)

🇫🇷 identification

🇪🇸 identificación

🇹🇷 tanımlama

🇰🇷 식별 (sikbyeol)

🇸🇦 تحديد الهوية

🇨🇿 identifikace

🇸🇰 identifikácia

🇨🇳 鉴定 (jiàndìng)

🇸🇮 identifikacija

🇮🇸 auðkenni

🇰🇿 идентификация

🇬🇪 იდენტიფიკაცია

🇦🇿 identifikasiya

🇲🇽 identificación

Etymology

The word 'identification' has its roots in the Latin word 'identificare', which means 'make the same'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century. The concept of identifying oneself or others has been crucial throughout history, from ancient times when symbols or marks were used to distinguish individuals to modern times with the use of official documents and technology for identification purposes.

See also: identifiable, identifier, identifiers, identify, identifying, misidentify, unidentified.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,367, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.