password

noun

pass·​word ˈpas-ˌwərd 

plural passwords

1

: something that enables one to pass or gain admission: such as

a

: a spoken word or phrase required to pass by a guard

b

: a sequence of characters required for access to a computer system or digital device compare passcode

2

: watchword

Synonyms of password

• word

Examples of password in a Sentence

You need to enter your password to check your e-mail.

the password for the all-night rave will be changed next week

Recent Examples on the Web

Mason surrendered his iPhone and its password. —Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2025

This winter, cut back on your subscription fees and choose Samsung TV Plus for on-demand movies and entertainment, all free with no password needed. —Caitlin White, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025

Software designed to fix security holes was not installed, and the company failed to enforce a policy that ensured employees used secure passwords. —Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025

Your Wi-Fi router, smart home devices and even security cameras all have passwords that need attention. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for password

• absurd
• averred
• bluebird
• byword
• catbird
• catchword
• concurred
• conferred
• cowbird
• cowherd
• crossword
• deferred

Kids Definition

password

noun

pass·​word -ˌwərd 

1

: a word or phrase that must be spoken by a person in order to pass a guard

2

: a secret series of numbers or letters required for access to a computer