B2 adjective Neutre

phishing

/ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

Phishing describes fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. It is commonly used as an attributive adjective to describe emails, websites, or links designed for cybercrime.

Exemples

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1

I almost clicked on a phishing link that looked like it was from my bank.

I almost clicked on a phishing link that looked like it was from my bank.

2

The company has issued a warning regarding a widespread phishing campaign targeting its clients.

The company has issued a warning regarding a widespread phishing campaign targeting its clients.

3

Check your spam folder; there's probably a ton of phishing junk in there.

Check your spam folder; there's probably a ton of phishing junk in there.

Famille de mots

Nom
phishing
Verb
phish
Adjectif
phishing
Apparenté
phisher
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Astuce mémo

Think of it as 'fishing' for 'passwords' using your 'phone' or 'PC'. The 'ph' comes from 'phone/password'.

Quiz rapide

The IT department warned us not to open any suspicious ______ emails that ask for login credentials.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : phishing

Exemples

1

I almost clicked on a phishing link that looked like it was from my bank.

everyday

I almost clicked on a phishing link that looked like it was from my bank.

2

The company has issued a warning regarding a widespread phishing campaign targeting its clients.

formal

The company has issued a warning regarding a widespread phishing campaign targeting its clients.

3

Check your spam folder; there's probably a ton of phishing junk in there.

informal

Check your spam folder; there's probably a ton of phishing junk in there.

4

Research suggests that phishing remains the most effective method for initial network penetration in cyber warfare.

academic

Research suggests that phishing remains the most effective method for initial network penetration in cyber warfare.

5

To prevent data breaches, our business policy requires annual phishing awareness training for all staff.

business

To prevent data breaches, our business policy requires annual phishing awareness training for all staff.

Famille de mots

Nom
phishing
Verb
phish
Adjectif
phishing
Apparenté
phisher

Collocations courantes

phishing attack phishing attack
phishing email phishing email
phishing scam phishing scam
phishing site phishing site
spear phishing spear phishing

Phrases Courantes

fall for a phishing scam

fall for a phishing scam

phishing attempt

phishing attempt

report a phishing email

report a phishing email

Souvent confondu avec

phishing vs fishing

Fishing is the sport or business of catching fish in water, while phishing is a cybercrime.

phishing vs spoofing

Spoofing refers to disguising a communication's origin, whereas phishing is the broader attempt to steal data using such disguises.

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Notes d'usage

The word is almost always used in the context of IT security. While it functions as a noun (the act), it is frequently used as an adjective to modify nouns like 'email', 'scam', or 'link'.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often mistakenly spell it as 'fishing' because the pronunciation is identical. Remember that in the context of the internet, it starts with 'ph'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of it as 'fishing' for 'passwords' using your 'phone' or 'PC'. The 'ph' comes from 'phone/password'.

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Origine du mot

Coined in the mid-1990s as a variant of 'fishing', influenced by the word 'phreaking' (a term for hacking telecommunication systems).

Modèles grammaticaux

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun. Functions as a non-count noun when referring to the activity in general. Can be used as a gerund (the -ing form of the verb 'phish').
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Contexte culturel

Phishing is a global digital threat that has led many banks and services to include 'We will never ask for your password' disclaimers in their official communications.

Quiz rapide

The IT department warned us not to open any suspicious ______ emails that ask for login credentials.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : phishing

Mots lis

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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