Synonyms of identification

identification

noun

as in ID

something presented to show that someone is the person they claim to be

You'll need two forms of identification to register to vote.

Related Words

• ID
• document
• documentation
• verification
• validation
• authentication
• evidence
• proof
• certificate
• confirmation
• testimony
• identification card
• witness
• exhibit
• identity card
• ID card
• manifestation
• paper
• corroboration
• voucher
• substantiation
• attestation
• testimonial
• testament
• (the) goods
• demonstration
• illustration

Dissimilar Words

• rebuttal
• refutation
• disproof

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of identification

Auriga intends to combine it with existing detection, tracking, and identification systems rather than attempt to develop every element internally. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

The alleged tipster gave up Bagwell’s name, starting a chain of events that led to the identification of other suspects, according to court records. — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

She was ordered to surrender her police identification, keys, weapon, and radio, and was prohibited from entering department property without the chief’s permission. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026

Police Scotland said the missing man’s family had been notified but that formal identification of the body had not yet taken place. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing identification

• identification card