authentication

noun

Definition of authenticationnext
as in verification

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Recent Examples of authentication Use strong, unique passwords and enable multifactor authentication. — Suzanne Wright, USA Today, 9 June 2026 And to prevent knock-offs, the collectible will feature the company’s new authentication packaging via its partnership with Octane5 and use micro-optic technology. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026 Amid discussions of the new profile requirement, Ars has also seen users becoming concerned that Netflix will require multifactor authentication as of July 7. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 26 June 2026 The traditional authentication model was designed for a different era—one where employees worked inside corporate offices, devices rarely changed locations and cybercriminals lacked the automation capabilities available today. — Sagar Gupta, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for authentication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authentication
  1. verification
  2. validation
  3. evidence
  4. proof
  5. identification
  6. documentation
  7. confirmation
Noun
  • News to know now The Supreme Court said Texas can enforce age verification and parental consent requirements for most apps while those rules are being challenged as a free-speech violation.
    — Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Watching for artist-specific fan verification, using official face-value exchanges when available and steering clear of inflated resale listings remain the best defenses against a system still tilted toward bots.
    — Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of verification
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  • However, the results reported by xDots still come primarily from pilot projects, so broader independent validation will be needed to determine whether similar savings can be achieved consistently across different industries.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
  • Your restlessness could tempt you to overindulge, overspend or seek validation, so check in with yourself first and foremost.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of validation
Noun
  • The research behind scent training for dogs A growing body of evidence suggests that scent work is one of the most effective and accessible forms of enrichment available for anxious dogs.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
  • The attack, which was confirmed by local Russian officials, provides further evidence of Kyiv's enhanced long-range drone capabilities and comes on the eve of a crunch NATO summit.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 7 July 2026
Definition of evidence
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  • Each of our squirrel-proof bird feeder picks is top rated on Amazon, and our list includes popular brands like Brome, Kingsyard, and Perky-Pet.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • White sneakers tend to lead the trends come spring and summer, but Styles is proof that a black pair of comfy kicks is just as wearable—with a slightly more edgy feel.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of proof
Noun
  • In its early years, the flag was primarily used on battlefields, military forts, and ships as a form of identification.
    — Pete Cuddihy, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • Her surviving next of kin has since been notified of her identification.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
Definition of identification
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  • Rodríguez said emergency economic measures will include relief funds for victims and temporary waivers on documentation and property registration fees to facilitate housing relocation.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • Be prepared with all of the documents above, plus any other documentation the lender may request.
    — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Definition of documentation
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  • The Senate attempted to fast-track Clayton’s bid, scheduling a confirmation hearing for June 17.
    — Justin Papp, CNBC, 3 July 2026
  • On Kalshi, an internal team verifies outcomes against source reporting — typically within 12 hours of confirmation — with payouts landing about three hours after that; winners take $1 per winning share.
    — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026
Definition of confirmation

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“Authentication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authentication. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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