Synonyms for

Hacking

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

Definition

to gain unauthorized access to data or computer systems

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

unauthorized access breach intrusion exploitation

Informal

cracking breaking in getting in hijacking

Literary

incursion trespass violation

Antonyms

protection security defense fortification safeguarding

Common collocations

  • computer hacking
  • hacking attempt
  • hacking tools
  • hacking skills
  • hacking incident
  • hacking group
  • hacking spree
  • hacking software

Word family

noun hacker
verb hack

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of unauthorized access to computer systems. Can also refer to skillful but unconventional problem-solving.

Example sentences

  1. The police caught the hacker who stole people's credit card information.
  2. She was hacking her way through the jungle with a machete.
  3. The company hired a cybersecurity expert to prevent hacking attempts.
  4. The teenager was interested in hacking and wanted to learn more about it.
  5. The hacker used a phishing email to trick the employee into giving away their password.

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