self-identity
noun
self-iden·ti·ty
ˌself-ī-ˈden-tə-tē 
-ˈde-nə-tē
1
: sameness of a thing with itself
2
: individuality
self-understanding is the necessary condition of a sense of self-identity—
J. C. Murray
J. C. MurrayExamples of self-identity in a Sentence
twins making an effort to establish their separate self-identities
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But underneath the glamorous costumes (courtesy of designer Marco Marco) is a story of acceptance, self-identity and the power of community.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
Awareness Awareness requires an honest understanding of your current life structure and self-identity.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
These include examining one's self-identity, structuring new schedules, expanding social circles and, in short, continuing to grow.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Of course, Rick’s entire self-identity will turn out to be false.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
The film, about a new mother struggling with self-identity and family pressure, is nominated for best actress (Hedwig Tam) and best supporting actor (Lo Chun Yip) at the upcoming Hong Kong Film Awards.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2025
The movie is a heartwarming exploration of self-identity and forging genuine relationships.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 12 Feb. 2025
The ideal of remaining on one’s land despite threats of expulsion is at the heart of the Palestinians’ struggle and self-identity, and was on vivid display last week when hundreds of thousands returned to northern Gaza despite its near-total destruction.
—Joseph Krauss, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
There may be a correlation between early mortality and self-identity among first responders.
—Roberto Rivera, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 17 Apr. 2025
Awareness Awareness requires an honest understanding of your current life structure and self-identity.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
These include examining one's self-identity, structuring new schedules, expanding social circles and, in short, continuing to grow.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Of course, Rick’s entire self-identity will turn out to be false.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
The film, about a new mother struggling with self-identity and family pressure, is nominated for best actress (Hedwig Tam) and best supporting actor (Lo Chun Yip) at the upcoming Hong Kong Film Awards.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2025
The movie is a heartwarming exploration of self-identity and forging genuine relationships.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 12 Feb. 2025
The ideal of remaining on one’s land despite threats of expulsion is at the heart of the Palestinians’ struggle and self-identity, and was on vivid display last week when hundreds of thousands returned to northern Gaza despite its near-total destruction.
—Joseph Krauss, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
There may be a correlation between early mortality and self-identity among first responders.
—Roberto Rivera, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Self-identity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-identity. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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