Password: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ”’
Add to dictionary

password

 

[ หˆpษ‘หs.wษœหd ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

security

A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain access to something.

Synonyms

code, key, passcode, phrase

Examples of usage

  • Please enter your password to access your account.
  • Make sure to choose a strong password to protect your information.
  • Do not share your password with anyone else.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

A series of characters used to verify the identity of a user during the authentication process.

Synonyms

access code, login, pin

Examples of usage

  • The system requires you to create a password with at least 8 characters.
  • Forgot your password? Click on 'Reset Password' to create a new one.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To set a password for a specific account or system.

Synonyms

encrypt, protect, secure

Examples of usage

  • Don't forget to password your new email account.
  • Make sure to password all your devices for security reasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "password" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น senha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคธเคตเคฐเฅเคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Passwort

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kata sandi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั€ะพะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hasล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใ‚นใƒฏใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mot de passe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ contraseรฑa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท parola

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•”ํ˜ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ู…ุฉ ุงู„ุณุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ heslo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ heslo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฏ†็  (mรฌmวŽ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ geslo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lykilorรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะฟะธั ัำฉะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parol

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ contraseรฑa

Etymology

The term 'password' originated in the 18th century, combining 'pass' (to go through) and 'word' (a unit of language). Over time, with the rise of digital security, the concept of a password evolved into a crucial element for access control and data protection. Today, passwords are used in various contexts, from personal accounts to highly secure systems, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding sensitive information.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,113, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.