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authenticate

 

[ ɔːˈθɛntɪkeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

security

To prove or show that something is true, genuine, or valid, typically by providing evidence or confirming identity.

Synonyms

confirm, confirm, validate, verify

Examples of usage

  • Customers are required to authenticate their identity before accessing the online banking system.
  • After entering the correct password, the system will prompt you to authenticate your account with a verification code.
  • It is crucial to authenticate the authenticity of the document before accepting it as evidence.
  • The fingerprint scanner can be used to authenticate users before granting access to the secure facility.
  • The software uses advanced encryption methods to authenticate the user's login credentials.

Translations

Translations of the word "authenticate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autenticar

🇮🇳 प्रमाणित करना

🇩🇪 authentifizieren

🇮🇩 mengautentikasi

🇺🇦 автентифікувати

🇵🇱 uwierzytelnić

🇯🇵 認証する (にんしょうする)

🇫🇷 authentifier

🇪🇸 autenticar

🇹🇷 kimlik doğrulamak

🇰🇷 인증하다 (injeunghada)

🇸🇦 مصادقة

🇨🇿 autentizovat

🇸🇰 autentizovať

🇨🇳 认证 (rènzhèng)

🇸🇮 avtenticirati

🇮🇸 staðfesta

🇰🇿 аутентификациялау

🇬🇪 ავტენთიფიცირება

🇦🇿 avtenti̇fi̇kasi̇ya etmək

🇲🇽 autenticar

Etymology

The word 'authenticate' originated from the Greek word 'authentikos', meaning 'real' or 'genuine'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of authentication has been crucial throughout history, especially in areas such as law, finance, and security. With the advancement of technology, authentication methods have evolved to include biometrics, two-factor authentication, and encryption techniques to ensure security and trust in digital transactions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,804, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.