Synonyms of identity

identity

noun

ī-ˈden-tə-tē 

1

as in similarity

the state of being exactly alike

although the covers of the two paperback editions of the novel are different, there's a complete identity in the texts

Synonyms & Similar Words

• similarity
• identicalness
• resemblance
• sameness
• oneness
• homogeneity
• equality
• equivalence
• homology
• homogeneousness
• selfsameness
• accordance
• likeness
• conformity
• agreement
• correspondence
• congruity

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• difference
• change
• variation
• alteration
• disparity
• modification
• discrepancy
• individuality
• disagreement
• dissimilarity
• uniqueness
• distinctiveness
• separation
• separateness
• distinction
• distinctness
• unlikeness
• divergence
• deviance
• disparateness
• variance
• contrast
• incompatibility
• unusualness
• exoticness
• incongruity
• incongruence
• incongruousness

2

as in personality

the set of qualities that make a person different from other people

children begin to form their own identity by the age of two

Synonyms & Similar Words

• personality
• character
• selfhood
• individuality
• individualism
• distinctiveness
• self-identity
• uniqueness
• singularity
• oneness
• separateness
• peculiarity
• idiosyncrasy
• nature
• temperament
• singleness
• humor
• independence
• disposition
• temper

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conformity
• conventionality

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of identity

For some coworkers, the ability to return to work sooner may in itself be therapeutic, offering structure, identity, purposeful distraction, and a community that knew them before the loss. — Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Food and drink The hotel runs four dining venues plus a poolside bar, all of which have distinct identities, styles, and vibes. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026

Heading into the Hulu show’s upcoming episodes, Russ is faced with tough questions, especially after Ricky (Perry Mattfeld) discovered the truth about his identity in the season 1 finale. — Shelby Stivale, Entertainment Weekly, 29 July 2026

The honor — given to 21 individuals, organizations and projects this year throughout Pennsylvania — recognizes vital restorations that preserve the identity of historic locations, and the people behind them. — Finch Walker, USA Today, 29 July 2026

Phrases Containing identity

• identity card