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Meaning of anonymous
The primary meaning of the word "anonymous" is relating to a person or thing that is not identified by name.
Etymology of anonymous
The word "anonymous" comes from the Greek words "anōnymos" meaning "without a name" and "onuma" meaning "name"
Historically, the term has been used since the 17th century to describe literary works or donations made without revealing the author's or donor's name
Synonyms
nameless
faceless
unidentified
unknown
incognito
secret
mysterious
hidden
covert
clandestine
unattributed
unsigned
pseudonymous
invisible
unseen
unheard
unnoticed
unacknowledged
uncredited
unnamed
obscure
inconspicuous
unremarkable
inconsequential
insignificant
unnoticed
unseen
unnamed
unidentified
unmarked
unrecorded
unregistered
Definitions
- Referring to a person whose name is not known or not made public
- * Not identified by name or known
- * Having no known name or identity
Usage Examples
- The anonymous donor gave a large sum of money to the charity
- * The author wrote an anonymous letter to the editor criticizing the government's policies
- * The anonymous source provided valuable information to the journalist
Antonyms
famous
well-known
renowned
celebrated
prominent
distinguished
notable
recognized
acknowledged
credited
identified
named
signed
attributed
visible
noticeable
conspicuous
remarkable
significant
prominent
notable
celebrated
illustrious
eminent