identifies (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪz/
Definition
Recognizes or establishes as being a particular person or thing.
Examples
The new software identifies potential security threats automatically.
She identifies with characters in the novel who overcome adversity.
The study identifies key factors contributing to climate change.
How to Use identifies
- identify with (prepositional phrase)
- To feel a connection or similarity to someone or something. — "Many students identify with the protagonist's challenges."
- identify as (prepositional phrase)
- To state one's identity or how one describes oneself. — "She identifies as an artist and a writer."
- identify a(n) (collocation)
- To recognize or establish the identity of something. — "The witness identified the suspect in a lineup."
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