Identical Definition

identical
adjective
  1. exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different; "rows of identical houses"; "cars identical except for their license plates"; "they wore indistinguishable hats"
  2. being the exact same one; not any other:; "this is the identical room we stayed in before"; "the themes of his stories are one and the same"; "saw the selfsame quotation in two newspapers"; "on this very spot"; "the very thing he said yesterday"; "the very man I want to see"
  3. (of twins) derived from a single egg or ovum; "identical twins are monovular"
  4. having properties with uniform values along all axes
  5. coinciding exactly when superimposed; "identical triangles"

"Identical" in song lyrics

See how identical is used in real songs:

  • "That's a harp of a different color but the song remains identical"
    Aesop Rock — Float
  • "Conjoined twins feel the same pain, there's struggle's identical"
    Bishop Lamont — Everyday
  • "Forensics magnify the rhymes, none are identical"
    Casual — I Gotta (Get Down)

Usage tips for "identical"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "identical" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for identical to find words that pair well.

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