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Authentication

14 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

The process of proving or showing something to be true, genuine, or valid. In computing, it refers to verifying the identity of a user or system.

Two-factor authentication provides an extra layer of security for online accounts.

Pronunciation

IPA

/ɔːˌθɛntɪˈkeɪʃn/

Syllables

au·then·ti·ca·tion

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Wordle

Contains 'ATION' ending with multiple common letters; features 'AUTHENTIC' prefix

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Scrabble

Worth 22 points; 'H' adds value

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