Word
identification
Phoneticsiden·ti·fi·ca·tion
US/aɪˌdɛntəfəˈkeɪʃən/
UK/aɪdˈɛntɪfɪkˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
01recognizing something
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of recognizing or naming a person or thing.
n. the process of recognizing or establishing who or what someone or something is.
日本語:識別※
“The identification of the rare bird took the scientists several hours of study.”
“The rapid identification of the virus strain allowed the medical team to implement targeted containment measures immediately.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of'.
Synonyms
02identity documents
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. an official document, like a passport, that proves who you are.
n. official documentation or credentials used to prove a person's identity.
“You need to show some form of identification to enter the building.”
“The security protocol requires all visitors to present valid photo identification before they are issued a temporary pass.”
Usage
Commonly shortened to 'ID' in informal speech and writing.
Synonyms
03feeling a connection
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Academic
n. a feeling that you understand or share the same ideas as someone else.
n. a psychological or emotional connection with a person, group, or set of ideas.
日本語:共感※
“The author's identification with the poor is clear in all her books.”
“The candidate's strong identification with working-class values resonated deeply with the rural electorate during the campaign.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'with'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “identification” in context.
Verb
01. facilitate the identification of suspects
“The new forensic software will facilitate the identification of suspects in cold cases.”
verb + noun + prep + noun
02. produce identification
“The officer asked the driver to produce identification before proceeding with the search.”
verb + noun
03. require identification
“Most banks require identification such as a passport or a driver's license to open an account.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. mistaken identification
“The case was dismissed after it was revealed that the arrest was based on a mistaken identification.”
adj + noun
05. positive identification
“The witness was able to make a positive identification of the perpetrator in the lineup.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. form of identification
“You will need at least one valid form of identification to enter the government building.”
noun + of + noun
07. identification badge
“All employees are required to wear their identification badge at all times while on the premises.”
noun + noun
Preposition
08. upon identification
“Upon identification of the remains, the family was immediately notified by the authorities.”
prep + noun
Real-World Examples
“While formal identification has not yet taken place, the body is believed to be his.” “According to her, decades of international research show that this type of approach produces reliable data and allows for the identification of phenomena that rarely appear in official statistics.” “Lyme disease is easiest to treat during its early, or acute, stage, which makes quick tick identification critical for treatment.” “Species identification allows birders to practice their attention, memory, pattern recognition and decision-making skills, all of which support healthy cognitive functioning.” Etymology
From French identification.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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