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identical
/aɪˈdɛntɪkəl/
exactly the same
The twins wore identical outfits to school.
The twins' outfits were exactly the same.
general
exactly the same in every detail
The two documents were identical.
The two documents were exactly the same in every detail.
The twins have identical fingerprints.
The twins' fingerprints are exactly the same.
Often used to emphasize that two things are indistinguishable from each other.
Collocations
identical twinstwins who are exactly the sameidentical copiescopies that are exactly the same
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'identical' to describe things that are completely the same, often in formal or precise contexts.
Gold Rule
Precision
'Identical' implies no differences at all, so use it carefully to avoid exaggeration.
Word Origin
From Latin 'identicus', from 'idem' meaning 'the same'
Usage Notes
Can be used to describe people, objects, or concepts that are completely alike.
Word Breakdown
id
same
root-entical
having the quality of
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