Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cryptonym
noun
/ˈkrɪp.tə.nɪm/
Definition
A word or name that has been disguised or concealed, often used as a code or secret name.
Examples
- The secret agent was known by a cryptonym to avoid detection.
- Several documents were released with cryptonyms that only a few could decipher.
- The use of a cryptonym helped the whistleblower remain anonymous.
Meaning
Cryptonym refers to a term that serves as a hidden name or a coded reference, typically to protect the identity of a person, organization, or idea.
Synonyms
- Code name
- Pseudonym
- Alias
- Nom de guerre
