Synonyms for

Anonymity

Verb / ˌænʌˈnɪmɪti: / Another word for anonymity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Anonymity means being anonymous or not revealing your name or identity.

Synonyms & similar words

namelessness namelessness facelessness incognito obscurity unidentified unnamed unknown masking invisibility concealment secrecy privacy invisibility stealth clandestinity covertness furtiveness surreptitiousness covert secretiveness

Synonyms by register

Formal

obscurity facelessness unrecognizability

Informal

being unknown keeping a low profile

Literary

shadowiness invisibility

Antonyms

identity recognition visibility prominence notoriety fame individuality

Common collocations

  • maintain anonymity
  • preserve anonymity
  • grant anonymity
  • guarantee anonymity
  • lose anonymity
  • fear anonymity
  • seek anonymity

Word family

noun anonymity
adjective anonymous

Usage note

Anonymity refers to the state of being unknown or unidentifiable. It is often used in contexts where privacy or protection is desired.

Example sentences

  1. The author wrote under the veil of anonymity.
  2. Anonymity is important in some situations, like reporting a crime tip.
  3. The internet allows for a lot of anonymity.
  4. The anonymity of the masked superhero allows them to fight crime without fear of retaliation.
  5. Some people prefer anonymity when donating to charity.

Quotes

  • 'Anonymity is the truest expression of altruism.' - Eric Schmidt
  • 'I think anonymity on the Internet has to go away.' - Randi Zuckerberg
  • 'Anonymity is no excuse for stupidity.' - Eric Schmidt

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