Definition of Anonymity
Anonymity
an·o·nym·i·ty
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the quality, condition, or state of having one's name or identity remain unknown, i.e. the condition or quality of being anonymous;
e.g. The informant requested anonymity when providing incriminating information.
(noun)
the quality of being unknown or impersonal (lacking personality), the state of having no distinctive, unusual, or outstanding features;
e.g. He resented the anonymity of his job, since he wanted to be recognized and given credit for his work.
(noun)
one whose name or identity is not known, i.e. a person that is anonymous;
e.g. She remembered the anonymity she had made friends with at the event.
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