L'identité (en. Identity)

/lɛdɛ̃tite/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Set of characteristics that define a person or a group.
His cultural identity is very rich.
Son identité culturelle est très riche.
State of being oneself, distinct from others.
He seeks to assert his identity.
Il cherche à affirmer son identité.
Document or element that allows proof of who one is.
He presented an ID at the agent's request.
Il a présenté une pièce d'identité à la demande de l'agent.

Etymology

From Latin 'identitas', derived from 'idem' meaning 'the same'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

identity crisis
State of confusion about one's own identity.
crise d'identité
digital identity
Set of information that represents you online.
identité numérique
voice of identity
Expression of what constitutes the identity of a person or a group.
voix de l'identité

Related Words

identification
Process of recognizing identity.
identification
identifiable
That can be recognized or identified.
identifiable
identity-related
Relating to identity.
identitaire

Slang Meanings

Identity of an individual in a social group.
He has a unique style that forges his identity in the crew.
Il a un style unique qui forge son identité dans la bande.
Online identity, often used in video game contexts.
In the game, we must create an identity that distinguishes us from other players.
Dans le jeu, on doit créer une identité qui nous distingue des autres joueurs.