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anonymous
not identified by name; of unknown origin
Synonyms
- unnamed
- unidentified
- nameless
Antonyms
- identified
- named
anonymous in a sentence
The donor asked to remain anonymous so no one would know who gave the money.
Because the survey responses were kept anonymous, students felt free to give honest answers.
Where it comes from
From Greek anonymos 'without a name'
Memory hook
A-NON-ymous — NO NAME is known.
Word parts
- a/an — without/lack of
anonymous: an- (without) + onym (name)
Read it in context
- The Lantern Captain Narrative