IDENTIFIES Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

identifies

verb

present tense third-person singular of identify

as in distinguishes

to find out or establish the identity of sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator

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as in associates

to think of (something) in combination for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers

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Recent Examples of identifies The Draghi report on European competitiveness identifies productivity as the primary cause. — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026 The directory identifies each group's mission, ideology, organizational role and documented protest activity, distinguishing direct organizers and participants from supporters and amplifiers. — Asra Q. Nomani, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026 On the other side of the pond, NASA’s Space Sustainability Strategy identifies five key challenges that are felt nationally but also within the wider space community. — David Zamora, Space.com, 23 Oct. 2026 According to the complaint, at the party Doe was given a shot of unidentified alcohol by one of the fraternity members, which the complaint identifies as student Kevin Shim, and was encouraged to drink it. — Darius Johnson, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 Ward identifies as an empath, with a level of sensitivity to detect risk or safety even in the most mundane situations. — Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026 If an assessment identifies an imminent threat covered by the bill, evaluators must notify Commerce within 72 hours of completing their review. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 The president turned to his new aide, who identifies as a lawyer. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026 Hegseth affiliates with the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches, or CREC, whose leader identifies as a Christian Nationalist, envisions a theonomous America where women are denied the right to vote and has defended the institution of slavery. — Odette Yousef, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026

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While many operational details remain undisclosed, the military’s confirmation of the hit and distance distinguishes this shot from several longer claims.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
So far this follows a familiar pattern, but what distinguishes the Left Book Club was its emphasis on activism.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026

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Innova also associates afternoon snacking specifically with satisfaction, while other dayparts lean toward refreshment or indulgence.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026
The Shiji associates Sun Tzu with Wu’s campaigns against its powerful rival Chu, including the campaign that culminated in the capture of the Chu capital, Ying, in 506 bce.

— Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of associates

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Kwan’s push to expand the family office’s geographical footprint correlates with global wealth flows, as HNWIs worldwide look to diversify their assets across different geographies.

— Angelica Ang, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
But here in Texas, patio weather also correlates with football season, pumpkins and cider.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of correlates

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On Uncle, fish narc sheds his past experimental impulses and finds a new identity within ebullient, feel-good college rock.

— Jeff Yerger, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2026
The basic model of competitive markets which one finds in an introductory economics textbook—where independent firms engage in cold arm’s-length transactions motivated by unadulterated self-interest—does not apply to the industry.

— Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of finds

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It is funded through the Job Development Investment Grant program, which directs a portion of a JDIG award to the account when a company locates or expands in a Tier 2 or Tier 3 county.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026
Peng’s wardrobe consistently locates her within China, drawing on domestic design and recognizable elements of Chinese dress.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026