Synonyms for

Hacked

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

Definition

To gain unauthorized access to a computer or system.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

compromised infiltrated breached penetrated

Informal

cracked cracked open broken into got into

Literary

despoiled violated ransacked

Antonyms

protected secured unbreached guarded safe fortified

Common collocations

  • hacked into
  • hacked the system
  • hacked account
  • hacked password
  • hacked data
  • hacked website
  • hacked network

Word family

noun hack
verb hack
adjective hacked

Usage note

Primarily used in computing contexts to describe unauthorized access. Can also refer to physically cutting or chopping, but this is less common in modern usage.

Example sentences

  1. The hacker hacked into the bank's computer system and stole money.
  2. He was able to hack into the password-protected website.
  3. The company's security system was hacked and private information was leaked.
  4. She learned how to hack into the school's computer system and change her grades.
  5. He hacked into his friend's email account and read his messages.

Quotes

  • I always feel like somebody's watching me. And I have no privacy... I can't even hack my own email!
  • I was taught to program computers when I was a kid and I was really good at it. Started programming when I was 7 or 8.
  • Unless we all start using passwords with 128 characters, then hacking will still be a major issue.

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