Identity

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

The characteristics, qualities, or beliefs that make a person or group distinct from others. The fact of being who or what a person or thing is.

“Cultural identity plays an important role in how people perceive themselves and their place.”

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Contains ITY ending with four I's and three vowels - IDENT root

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Worth 12 points; common abstract noun with good letter mix

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