Definition

1. Adjective (diplomatic term):
   • Having the same wording or content: "identic" describes a diplomatic note or communication that is identical in content, sent simultaneously by multiple governments to another government.
   • Identical: a less common variant meaning exactly the same, often used in formal or technical contexts.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The three ambassadors presented an identic note to the foreign minister. (A note with the same text was delivered by each ambassador.)
  • The identic proposals were submitted by both delegations. (The proposals were exactly the same in wording.)

Advanced Usage

• "identic note": a formal diplomatic term for a note drafted in identical terms by several states and addressed to another state.

  • The identic note expressed the joint concern of the allied powers. (A unified diplomatic message was sent.)

• "identic action": a coordinated diplomatic move where multiple states take the same stance or action.

  • The identic action by the neighboring countries signaled their united position. (They acted in concert with identical statements.)

Variants and Related Words

• Identical (adj): exactly alike; the same.

  • The two signatures are identical. (They match perfectly.)

• Identity (n): the fact of being who or what a person or thing is.

  • His identity was confirmed by his passport. (His personal details were verified.)

• Identically (adv): in an identical manner.

  • The documents were copied identically. (Without any differences.)

Synonyms

• Same: not different; identical.
• Equivalent: equal in value, function, or meaning.
• Uniform: consistent and unvarying.

Related Idioms

• "Identic with": (rare, formal) meaning the same as.
  • His views are identic with mine. (His views are exactly the same as mine.)