self-identity

noun

self-iden·​ti·​ty ˌself-ī-ˈden-tə-tē 

-ˈde-nə-tē

1

: sameness of a thing with itself

2

: individuality

Self-understanding is the necessary condition of a sense of self-identity …

—J. C. Murray

Synonyms of self-identity

• identity
• personality

Examples of self-identity in a Sentence

twins making an effort to establish their separate self-identities

Recent Examples on the Web

Much of Livia’s discomfort when Sigurd calls comes from confrontation with her flawed self-identity. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

Addressing these blind spots requires awareness, new behaviors, and updating one's self-identity to elevate leadership quality. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

The emotional pain can be especially acute when someone’s self-identity rested on excelling in a sport or a professional role. — ABC News, 13 July 2026

The hand clap is also a form of prideful self-identity in public spaces that marks them clearly and unashamedly within Indian society as hijras. — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for self-identity

• entity
• identity
• nonentity

Kids Definition

self-identity

noun

self-iden·​ti·​ty

ˌsel-ˌfī-ˈden(t)-ət-ē

: individuality sense 1