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Synonyms for

Coded

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

Definition

Coded means to convert something into a code, usually for security or privacy reasons.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

encrypted encoded ciphered transcribed

Informal

secret hidden on the QT under wraps

Literary

cryptic enigmatic obscure

Antonyms

decoded explained unscrambled clarified revealed unraveled interpreted

Common collocations

  • coded message
  • coded language
  • coded instructions
  • coded entry
  • coded response
  • coded signal
  • coded behavior

Word family

noun code
verb code
adjective coded
adverb codedly

Usage note

Often used to describe messages or information that is intentionally made difficult to understand for those without the proper key or knowledge. Can also refer to computer programming.

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Example sentences

  1. He coded the message in a secret language that only he and his friends knew.
  2. She spent hours coding the software program.
  3. The spy coded the message to keep it from being intercepted.
  4. The website was coded with HTML and CSS.
  5. The encryption software coded the information to prevent unauthorized access.

Quotes

  • I'm a nerd, I love to code. It's a big outlet for me to design and come up with new ideas. - Matt Lanter
  • I am a computer nerd. I love to code. It's a passion of mine, like music or art. - Dan Houser
  • I started programming when I was 10, and ever since then, I've loved it. I love the challenge of coding, the satisfaction of solving problems, and the creativity of building something new. - Ryan Bubinski

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