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Synonyms & Similar Words
recognize
acknowledge
detect
discover
notice
discern
distinguish
diagnose
determine
classify
categorize
label
designate
denote
characterize
describe
define
explain
interpret
analyze
examine
inspect
scrutinize
probe
investigate
uncover
reveal
expose
pinpoint
locate
find
detect
spot
identify
determine
recognize
acknowledge
Meaning of Identify
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, "identify" means to recognize or establish the identity of someone or something.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "identify" as to recognize or determine the nature or character of someone or something.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "identify" means to recognize someone or something because of their characteristics, appearance, or other qualities.
Example Uses
- The detective worked to identify the suspect in the crime.
- The doctor tried to identify the cause of the patient's symptoms.
- The team used data analysis to identify trends in customer behavior.
- The teacher helped her students identify the different types of rocks in the geology lab.
- The researcher spent years trying to identify the source of the ancient text.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
confuse
misidentify
mistake
overlook
ignore
disregard
neglect
conceal
hide
disguise
mask
camouflage
obscure
misunderstand
misinterpret
misread
misrecognize
fail to notice
fail to recognize
overlook
dismiss
reject
deny
refute
contradict