Anonym



Example: Der anonym verfasste Brief löste viele Spekulationen aus.

Definition


"Anonym" describes something done or created without revealing the identity of the person involved, such as an anonymously written letter or message, where the author’s name is deliberately withheld to maintain secrecy or privacy.

Etymology


The word "anonym" comes from the Greek 'anōnumos,' meaning 'without a name.' It entered German through Latin and French influences, reflecting the concept of namelessness. Did you know? The term emphasizes the absence of identity, which has always intrigued people in contexts like anonymous letters or anonymous sources.

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"Anonym" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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