C2 verb Neutro

anonymity

/ˌæn.əˈnɪm.ə.ti/

The state or condition of being anonymous, where a person's identity is not known or is deliberately withheld from public knowledge. It is often used in contexts involving privacy, security, or the protection of a source's identity.

Exemplos

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1

He enjoyed the anonymity of living in a crowded metropolis where no one recognized him.

He appreciated the state of being unknown in a large city.

2

The witness was granted total anonymity by the court to protect them from potential repercussions.

The court ensured the witness's identity remained hidden for their safety.

3

The internet offers a sense of anonymity that can sometimes bring out the worst in people.

Online platforms allow people to act without revealing who they are.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
anonymity
Verb
anonymize
Advérbio
anonymously
Adjetivo
anonymous
Relacionado
pseudonymity
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Dica de memorização

Focus on the root 'onym' which means 'name' (like synonym or antonym). 'An-' means 'without'. So, 'anonymity' is the state of being 'without a name'.

Quiz rápido

The journalist promised the whistleblower complete _______ to ensure their safety.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: anonymity

Exemplos

1

He enjoyed the anonymity of living in a crowded metropolis where no one recognized him.

everyday

He appreciated the state of being unknown in a large city.

2

The witness was granted total anonymity by the court to protect them from potential repercussions.

formal

The court ensured the witness's identity remained hidden for their safety.

3

The internet offers a sense of anonymity that can sometimes bring out the worst in people.

informal

Online platforms allow people to act without revealing who they are.

4

To ensure unbiased results, the researchers maintained the anonymity of all participants throughout the clinical trial.

academic

Researchers kept participant names secret to prevent bias in the study.

5

Our client demands absolute anonymity during the negotiation phase to avoid market speculation.

business

The client requires their identity to stay secret during the deal.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
anonymity
Verb
anonymize
Advérbio
anonymously
Adjetivo
anonymous
Relacionado
pseudonymity

Colocações comuns

preserve anonymity to keep an identity secret
guarantee anonymity to promise that a name will not be revealed
cloaked in anonymity hidden or covered by being unknown
complete anonymity the state of being totally unknown
protect one's anonymity to take measures to stay unidentified

Frases Comuns

under the cloak of anonymity

doing something while keeping one's identity hidden

a veil of anonymity

a metaphorical cover that prevents people from being identified

the shield of anonymity

the protection provided by not being known

Frequentemente confundido com

anonymity vs unanimity

Unanimity refers to total agreement among a group, whereas anonymity refers to the state of being unknown.

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Notas de uso

Anonymity is an uncountable noun. It is frequently used with verbs like 'maintain', 'request', 'guarantee', and 'provide'.

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Erros comuns

Learners often confuse the noun 'anonymity' with the adjective 'anonymous'. For example, saying 'He requested to be anonymity' instead of 'He requested anonymity.'

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Dica de memorização

Focus on the root 'onym' which means 'name' (like synonym or antonym). 'An-' means 'without'. So, 'anonymity' is the state of being 'without a name'.

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Origem da palavra

From the Greek 'anonymos', meaning 'without a name' (an- 'without' + onyma 'name').

Padrões gramaticais

Uncountable noun Often follows the preposition 'in' Commonly used in the phrase 'on condition of anonymity'
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Contexto cultural

In modern digital culture, anonymity is a highly debated topic regarding cyber-bullying versus the right to free speech and privacy.

Quiz rápido

The journalist promised the whistleblower complete _______ to ensure their safety.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: anonymity

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hypermaterness

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decedance

C1

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