anonymity — the condition of being anonymous; having one's identity concealed
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the condition of being anonymous; having one's identity concealed
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænəˈnɪməti/
Example Sentences
- The superhero's anonymity was blown when his mask fell off during the grocery shopping.
- Internet anonymity allows people to express opinions freely without fear of judgment.
- The donor's anonymity made the recipients wonder if Santa Claus was real after all.
anonymity
NOUN[/ˌænəˈnɪməti/]
the condition of being anonymous; having one's identity concealed
Online, she enjoys complete anonymity behind her cartoon avatar.
AN(without) + ONYM(name) — true anonymity is walking through the office without a name tag.
Lost in the crowded city, he pulled his hat down to keep his anonymity.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Greek 'anonymos', composed of 'an-' (without) and 'onyma' (name), literally meaning 'without a name'. The term encapsulates the concept of concealing one's identity, much like the masked gatherings of ancient Greece.
Breakdown
an- (without) + onym (name) + -ity (state or condition of). The Greek root 'anonymos' combines the privative prefix 'an-' with 'onyma' (name) to denote the state of being nameless or unidentified.
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📝Examples
“The superhero's anonymity was blown when his mask fell off during the grocery shopping.”
“Internet anonymity allows people to express opinions freely without fear of judgment.”
“The donor's anonymity made the recipients wonder if Santa Claus was real after all.”
“Researchers must protect the anonymity of their survey participants.”
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