Collective identity
Example: The country's collective identity was shaped by its diverse cultural heritage.
Definition
"Collective identity" refers to the shared sense of belonging and common characteristics that unite a group of people, often based on culture, history, or social experiences. It shapes how members of the group perceive themselves and relate to others, influencing social cohesion and group dynamics.
Translations
-
identidad colectiva -
collectieve identiteit -
identitat col·lectiva -
identité collective -
kollektive Identität
Etymology
The term "collective identity" combines "collective," from Latin 'collectivus,' meaning gathered or accumulated, and "identity," from Latin 'identitas,' meaning sameness or selfhood. This phrase emerged in social sciences to describe how groups form a unified sense of self, reflecting shared traits and experiences.
Learn to use this word actively
"Collective identity" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select English as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
