Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nom-de-plume
noun
[nɔm də plym]
Definition
A pseudonym used by an author to conceal their identity.
Examples
- Mark Twain is the nom-de-plume of Samuel Clemens.
- Many writers use a nom-de-plume when publishing controversial works.
- She chose a nom-de-plume to protect her privacy while writing romance novels.
Meaning
The term ‘nom-de-plume’ comes from French, translating to ‘pen name’ in English. Authors often adopt a nom-de-plume to write anonymously or to separate their personal and professional lives.
Synonyms
- pen name
- pseudonym
- alias
