IDENTIFIES Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

identifies

verb

present tense third-person singular of identify

as in distinguishes

to find out or establish the identity of sufficient forensic evidence to allow investigators to identify the perpetrator

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as in associates

to think of (something) in combination for some reason, he always identified the color red with flowers

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Recent Examples of identifies If an assessment identifies an imminent threat covered by the bill, evaluators must notify Commerce within 72 hours of completing their review. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 The Commission’s proposed 46% target falls short of that ambition, and of its own analysis, which identifies 50% as the economically optimal pathway to 2040. — Sophie Dembinski, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026 Where those codes do not apply, the statute identifies structural components that must be maintained in good repair. — Emma Clapp, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026 The president turned to his new aide, who identifies as a lawyer. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026 For now, the study identifies a previously underappreciated part of the immune system that could help overcome one of SCLC’s most persistent defenses. — New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026 The 7th Circuit’s docket also identifies Wrigley View Rooftop and its owner, Aidan Dunican, listed as appellants. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Hegseth affiliates with the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches, or CREC, whose leader identifies as a Christian Nationalist, envisions a theonomous America where women are denied the right to vote and has defended the institution of slavery. — Odette Yousef, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026 Every source, regardless of type, has bibliographic information that identifies it, such as the title, author, or the year it was published or created. — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 9 Oct. 2026

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The fundamental difference that distinguishes this effective use of airpower lies in the objectives that the enemy was seeking to achieve.

— Justin Bronk, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2026
What single factor most distinguishes you from your opponent and why?

— Evelyn Bryant, Sun Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of distinguishes

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Innova also associates afternoon snacking specifically with satisfaction, while other dayparts lean toward refreshment or indulgence.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026
The Shiji associates Sun Tzu with Wu’s campaigns against its powerful rival Chu, including the campaign that culminated in the capture of the Chu capital, Ying, in 506 bce.

— Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of associates

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Joshua Childs, an associate professor of educational leadership and policy at the University of Texas at Austin, said attendance correlates to whether a student is engaged in their academics and in their relationships with peers and teachers.

— Lina Ruiz October 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Oct. 2026
The evidence is compelling that leadership effectiveness correlates with business performance.

— Bill Koch, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of correlates

Verb

To cure his sickly daughter, the biotechnologist Raúl finds the cure… inside Lidia (Cindy Galán), her nanny.

— Annika Pham, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
The ballad finds Fontaines’ Grian Chatten and Rosalía trading lines over a moody acoustic strum that repeatedly swells with strings and clattering drums.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of finds

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It is funded through the Job Development Investment Grant program, which directs a portion of a JDIG award to the account when a company locates or expands in a Tier 2 or Tier 3 county.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026
Peng’s wardrobe consistently locates her within China, drawing on domestic design and recognizable elements of Chinese dress.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026