self–identity

noun self–iden·ti·ty \-ˈden-tə-tē, -ˈde-nə-tē\

: the quality that makes a person or thing different from others

Full Definition of SELF-IDENTITY

: sameness of a thing with itself

: individuality <self-understanding is the necessary condition of a sense of self–identity — J. C. Murray>

See self–identity defined for English-language learners

See self-identity defined for kids

1835

Synonyms: character, identity, individualism, personality, selfhood, self-identity

Next Word in the Dictionary: selfiePrevious Word in the Dictionary: self–identificationAll Words Near: self-identity

What made you want to look up self-identity? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears