American English
/ˌæ.nəˈnɪ.mɪ.ɾi/
5 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
the state of having an unknown or hidden name and identity
In American English, the /t/ near the end of “anonymity” is often a very quick tap, so it can sound a little like /d/: /ˌæ.nəˈnɪ.mɪ.ɾi/. This can happen even when you say the word by itself.
the state of having an unknown or hidden name and identity
The website protects the anonymity of its users.
The witness gave information in anonymity.
protect someone's anonymity · maintain anonymity · complete anonymity · online anonymity
protect someone's anonymity
the anonymity of + person or group
the ability to do or say something without other people knowing who you are
Anonymity lets people report problems without fear.
Some users prefer anonymity on social media.
Anonymity means that your identity is hidden. Anonymous describes a person or message: an anonymous donor.
preserve anonymity · guarantee anonymity
remain in anonymity
anonymity on + website or platform
only if a person's name is not made public
The source spoke on condition of anonymity.
without other people knowing who you are
People sometimes post cruel comments under the cover of anonymity.