cryptonymic

/krɪpˈtɒnɪmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a secret name or pseudonym

“The cryptonymic identity of the whistleblower was never revealed.”

2. noun

a secret name or pseudonym

“The cryptonymic name was used to conceal the author’s true identity.”

Synonyms

  • noms de guerre
  • pseudonymous
  • secret

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • public
  • veridical