C1 noun Neutre

identity

/aɪˈden.tə.ti/

Identity refers to the distinguishing character or personality of an individual, encompassing the qualities, beliefs, and expressions that make a person or group unique. In a broader sense, it describes the state of remaining the same under different conditions or the condition of being exactly like something else.

Exemples

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The artist's work explores the complex relationship between cultural heritage and personal identity.

The artist's work explores the complex relationship between cultural heritage and personal identity.

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Verification of the applicant's identity is a mandatory requirement for the processing of a visa application.

Verification of the applicant's identity is a mandatory requirement for the processing of a visa application.

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I feel like I'm having a bit of an identity crisis trying to decide which career path to take.

I feel like I'm having a bit of an identity crisis trying to decide which career path to take.

Famille de mots

Nom
identity
Verb
identify
Adverbe
identically
Adjectif
identical
Apparenté
identification
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'ID'. Your 'ID' card is the physical proof of your abstract 'Identity'.

Quiz rapide

The witness was unable to provide a definitive _____ of the suspect during the lineup.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : identification

Exemples

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The artist's work explores the complex relationship between cultural heritage and personal identity.

everyday

The artist's work explores the complex relationship between cultural heritage and personal identity.

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Verification of the applicant's identity is a mandatory requirement for the processing of a visa application.

formal

Verification of the applicant's identity is a mandatory requirement for the processing of a visa application.

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I feel like I'm having a bit of an identity crisis trying to decide which career path to take.

informal

I feel like I'm having a bit of an identity crisis trying to decide which career path to take.

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Post-structuralist theorists argue that identity is not a fixed essence but a fluid social construct.

academic

Post-structuralist theorists argue that identity is not a fixed essence but a fluid social construct.

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To remain competitive, the firm must maintain a consistent corporate identity across all international markets.

business

To remain competitive, the firm must maintain a consistent corporate identity across all international markets.

Famille de mots

Nom
identity
Verb
identify
Adverbe
identically
Adjectif
identical
Apparenté
identification

Collocations courantes

sense of identity a feeling of knowing who you are
national identity a sense of a nation as a cohesive whole
identity theft the fraudulent acquisition and use of a person's private identifying information
mistaken identity a situation in which someone is thought to be someone else
establish an identity to prove or create a recognized persona or status

Phrases Courantes

identity crisis

a period of uncertainty and confusion in which a person's sense of self becomes insecure

hidden identity

a state where one's true character or name is kept secret

brand identity

the visible elements of a brand that identify and distinguish the brand in consumers' minds

Souvent confondu avec

identity vs identification

Identification refers to the act of identifying or the document (ID) used to prove who you are, whereas identity is the abstract state of being a specific person.

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Notes d'usage

At the C1 level, 'identity' is frequently used in sociopolitical and psychological contexts to discuss how individuals relate to groups. It can be both a countable noun (different identities) and an uncountable concept.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often say 'show your identity' when they actually mean 'show your identification' or 'show your ID card'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'ID'. Your 'ID' card is the physical proof of your abstract 'Identity'.

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Origine du mot

From the Late Latin 'identitas', derived from 'idem', meaning 'the same'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun: plural is 'identities' Often followed by prepositions like 'of' or 'as' Commonly preceded by adjectives: 'cultural', 'gender', 'national'
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Contexte culturel

In many modern Western societies, identity is increasingly discussed as intersectional, combining factors like race, gender, and class.

Quiz rapide

The witness was unable to provide a definitive _____ of the suspect during the lineup.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : identification

Mots lis

brawl

B2

A noisy, rough, and uncontrolled fight that usually involves several people in a public place. It can refer to the physical struggle itself or the act of participating in such a fight.

brawn

B2

Brawn refers to physical strength and muscular power, especially when contrasted with intelligence or mental ability. It describes the capacity for heavy physical labor and force rather than intellectual or strategic skill.

bray

B2

To bray refers to the loud, harsh, and jarring cry specifically made by a donkey. In a figurative sense, it describes a person speaking or laughing in a similarly loud, unpleasant, or raucous manner.

brazenly

B2

To perform an action in a bold and shameless way, without any attempt to hide it. It usually describes behavior that ignores social norms, rules, or the feelings of others in a defiant manner.

brazenness

B2

The quality of being bold and without shame, often in a way that is considered disrespectful, shocking, or socially unacceptable. It describes a person's behavior when they act improperly or commit a mistake but refuse to show any embarrassment or regret.

brazil

B2

Relating to or originating from the country of Brazil, typically used as an attributive noun in established terms or to describe geopolitical and commercial relationships. While 'Brazilian' is the primary adjective, 'Brazil' functions adjectivally in specific compound phrases like 'Brazil nut'.

bread

B2

A primary food staple made from flour or meal that is moistened, kneaded, and baked. In a broader sociopolitical or academic context, it often symbolizes basic sustenance, livelihood, or the fundamental requirements for human survival.

breadboard

B2

To construct a temporary electronic circuit on a solderless board for testing or prototyping purposes. It involves plugging components into a grid to verify a design's functionality before creating a permanent version.

breadcrumb

B2

In a digital or metaphorical context, this describes a type of secondary navigation or a series of clues that allow a person to track their path or progress. It is most commonly used to describe interface elements that show a user's location within a website hierarchy.

breadfruit

B2

Relating to or consisting of the starchy, tropical fruit of the Artocarpus altilis tree, which has a texture similar to bread when cooked. It describes items, flavors, or products derived from this specific fruit or the tree it grows on.

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