Authenticated: meaning, definitions and examples

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authenticated

 

[ ɔːˈθɛntɪˌkeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

online security

Verified or confirmed as authentic or reliable.

Synonyms

confirmed, trustworthy, verified.

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Word Description / Examples
authenticated

Use this word when talking about the process of proving the identity or validity of someone or something, usually in a formal or technical setting.

  • The document was authenticated by the notary public.
  • The system authenticated the user's credentials.
verified

Use this word when referring to the process of checking something to make sure it is true, accurate, or meets standards, often in both formal and casual situations.

  • The accountant verified the financial reports.
  • The signature needs to be verified.
confirmed

Use this word when something is verified as being true, especially after a process of checking or reviewing.

  • The booking was confirmed via email.
  • Scientists confirmed the results of the experiment.
trustworthy

Use this word to describe someone or something that is reliable and deserving of trust, often in a broader and less formal sense.

  • She is a trustworthy friend.
  • Choose a trustworthy source of information.

Examples of usage

  • They only allow access to authenticated users.
  • After entering the correct password, the system will be authenticated.
  • The website uses two-factor authentication to ensure only authenticated users can access it.

Translations

Translations of the word "authenticated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autenticado

🇮🇳 प्रमाणीकृत

🇩🇪 authentifiziert

🇮🇩 terautentikasi

🇺🇦 автентифікований

🇵🇱 uwierzytelniony

🇯🇵 認証済み (にんしょうずみ)

🇫🇷 authentifié

🇪🇸 autenticado

🇹🇷 doğrulanmış

🇰🇷 인증된 (인증됨)

🇸🇦 مصادق عليه

🇨🇿 ověřený

🇸🇰 overený

🇨🇳 认证的 (rènzhèng de)

🇸🇮 overjen

🇮🇸 staðfestur

🇰🇿 расталған

🇬🇪 დამოწმებული

🇦🇿 təsdiqlənmiş

🇲🇽 autenticado

Etymology

The word 'authenticated' originates from the late Middle English period, derived from the medieval Latin word 'authenticatus', which means 'made authentic'. It has evolved over time to represent the concept of verifying or confirming the authenticity or reliability of something, especially in the context of online security and authentication processes.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,736, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.