Cool MateIdentification
UK /["/aɪˌdentɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/US /["/aɪˌdentɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/
Definition
the process of showing, proving or recognizing who or what somebody/something is
In simple words: Finding out who or what someone or something is.
Examples
- He showed his identification to enter the building.
- The scientist's identification of the new species was groundbreaking.
- Identification checks are mandatory at the airport security checkpoint.
- The identification process of the suspect took several hours.
- Identification badges must be worn at all times during the conference.
- Her identification with the local culture made her an effective ambassador.
- For proper identification, please present your passport and driver’s license.
Usage notes
Commonly used in official contexts, such as security checks or verifying identity. Avoid using in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
noun + identification
Memory hint
Think of 'I dent if I can identify something' — the word has to do with knowing.
Collocations
- accurate
- correct
- precise
- make
- allow
- enable
- parade
- procedure
- process
- accurate
- correct
- precise
- make
- allow
- enable
- parade
- procedure
- process
- carry
- have
- produce
- card
- document
- papers
- a means of identification
- for identification purposes
Synonyms
- recognition
- verification
- authentication
- determination
- classification
Antonyms
- anonymity
- obscurity
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'identify' as in verb forms.
- Using it without the necessary context, like in informal settings.
- Mispronouncing the word, especially the 'tion' ending.