IDENTIFY Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

identify

verb

ī-ˈden-tə-ˌfī

Definition of identify

as in to distinguish

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

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Relevance

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as in to associate

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

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Recent Examples of identify Those who provided the information declined to be identified for fear of retribution amid uncertainty over who controlled the city. — Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026 Prosecutors accused the two men of planning and acquiring the elements to make a chlorine bomb as well as using the internet to identify and research potential targets. — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2026 Their all-electric propulsion also allows recharging from shore or ship, which REGENT identifies as a benefit for maintaining an energy supply. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026 Kobberod's team has identified about 10,000 objects centered on people who lived during the 40-year period from 1770 to 1810. — ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for identify

Recent Examples of Synonyms for identify

Verb

Such moments underscore the features of streaming that distinguish it from television.

— Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Firms that hold durable AI positions build diagnostic systems capable of distinguishing high-weight signals from low-weight noise.

— Joseph Byrum, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of distinguish

Verb

Investigators tracked down the suspect after finding the email address linked to his X account and IP addresses associated with a residence in Grand Blanc.

— DeJanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
Once associated with the city’s armed conflict, La Sierra has built a new reputation through its specialty coffee, with 30 local producers who work directly with Rituales.

— Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of associate

Verb

In the trailer, Fahy and Byrne are seen joining forces to solve a murder mystery in their small town with a teen pinpointed as the prime suspect.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Through regular exercises and strategic updates, districts and institutions can pinpoint and remedy potential gaps in their protocols before a real cyber emergency forces them to make high-stakes decisions under pressure.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of pinpoint

Verb

Even when controlling for factors like weather and medical conditions, symptom severity correlated with higher skin temperature and less daily fluctuation in body temperature, meaning their bodies weren't cooling down as much at night.

— Will Stone, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026
The evidence is compelling that leadership effectiveness correlates with business performance.

— Bill Koch, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of correlate

Verb

Soaker bathtubs, gas fireplaces, and sofas for curling up with a good book are found here, too.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Not only does Jeong-yo have an emotional connection to his music performance that Pi-o struggles to find himself, but Pi-o has injured his pinky in the leadup to the final performance, thanks to his obsessive practicing.

— Kayti Burt, Time, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of find

Verb

At that time, the company’s Fisher-Price, Barbie and American Girl brands were struggling to connect with changing consumer tastes and Mattel was reeling from the recent bankruptcy of Toys R Us.

— Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
Finally, in the fourth quarter, Skinner connected with speedster Emmanuel Pullins for a 44-yard touchdown and a 21-14 lead before his interception return.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of connect

Verb

There's a fitness studio (located next to the Water Deck) replete with free weights, benches, a Peloton bike, and Matrix cardio equipment, or opt for yoga on the adjacent alfresco yoga deck.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Tai Kwun is an integrated institution, comprised of The Jockey Club CPS Limited and Tai Kwun Culture & Arts Company Limited, in partnership with the Hong Kong SAR Government, located in the former Central Police Station of Hong Kong.

— Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of locate

Verb

Asea was first arrested in April on stalking and computer-related allegations, but prosecutors dropped those charges in May before bringing a computer-access charge in September, court records show.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2026
Police and prosecutors said Joshua Kerry, 28, had been charged with engaging in conduct in preparation of terrorist acts between May 2024 and July this year, saying that these related in part to Farage.

— Reuters, NBC news, 2 Oct. 2026

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