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

Consider using a password manager, which securely stores and generates complex passwords, reducing the risk of password reuse. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025

This content is password protected. —Essence, 29 Oct. 2025

However, protecting that data isn’t just about having a strong password or even about having proper internet security, such as firewalls and anti-virus measures. —Jason Phillips, jsonline.com, 28 Oct. 2025

In reality, your browser’s password manager is very secure, and using it is far superior to jotting down passwords in your notes app or using the same password across websites. —Jacob Roach, Wired News, 26 Oct. 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