anonymity

noun

an·​o·​nym·​i·​ty ˌa-nə-ˈni-mə-tē How to pronounce anonymity (audio)
plural anonymities
Synonyms of anonymitynext
1
: the quality or state of being anonymous
enjoyed the anonymity of life in a large city
2
: one that is anonymous
a crowd of faceless anonymities

Examples of anonymity in a Sentence

They are trying to protect their child's anonymity. She enjoyed the anonymity of life in a large city.
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The person requested anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss details of an ongoing investigation. Arkansas Online, 24 Mar. 2026 But some art experts say the murals and the message will survive Banksy’s naming because his appeal wasn’t driven solely by his anonymity. Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026 Although commonly associated with the visual arts, anonymity is commonplace in other disciplines, including music, with formerly anonymous stars including Australian singer Sia and French electronic duo Daft Pank. Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026 But some art experts say the murals and the message will survive Banksy’s naming because his appeal wasn’t driven solely by his anonymity. Laurie Kellman, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for anonymity

Word History

Etymology

anonym(ous) + -ity

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of anonymity was in 1820

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“Anonymity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anonymity. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

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anonymity

noun
an·​o·​nym·​i·​ty ˌan-ə-ˈnim-ət-ē How to pronounce anonymity (audio)
plural anonymities
: the quality or state of being anonymous

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