Incognito — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb or adjective noun adjective /ˌin-ˌkäg-ˈnē-(ˌ)tō/ in·cog·ni·to

Meaning & Definition of Incognito

Incognito (adverb or adjective)

  1. with one's identity concealed

Incognito (noun)

  1. one appearing or living incognito
  2. the state or assumed identity of one living or traveling incognito or incognita

Incognito (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not named or identified by a name

    "an incognito source in the CIA was the source of the information"

    similar: anonymous, faceless, innominate, nameless, unbaptized, unchristened, unidentified, unnamed, untitled
    related: undetermined, unspecified, obscure, uncelebrated, unheard-of, unheralded, unknown, unsung, unexceptional, unremarkable
    opposite: baptized, christened, dubbed, named, termed
    near: denominated, designated, specified, labeled, tabbed, titled, celebrated, famed, famous, known, notable, noted, noteworthy, remarkable, renowned, well-known, exceptional

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Incognito

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incognito:

anonymous, faceless, innominate, nameless, unbaptized, unchristened, unidentified, unnamed, untitled

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Incognito

Words with the opposite meaning of Incognito:

baptized, christened, dubbed, named, termed

Related Words for Incognito

undetermined, unspecified, obscure, uncelebrated, unheard-of, unheralded, unknown, unsung, unexceptional, unremarkable

Near Antonyms of Incognito

denominated, designated, specified, labeled, tabbed, titled, celebrated, famed, famous, known, notable, noted, noteworthy, remarkable, renowned, well-known, exceptional

Word Forms of Incognito

Inflections: incognitos

Origin & Etymology of Incognito

Italian, from Latin incognitus unknown, from in- + cognitus, past participle of cognoscere to know cognition

First known use: 1635

Words & Phrases Containing Incognito

incognito mode

Frequently Asked Questions about Incognito

What does "Incognito" mean?

"Incognito" means with one's identity concealed. As an an adverb or adjective, a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: with one's identity concealed.

What is another word for "Incognito"?

Other words for "Incognito" include anonymous, faceless, innominate, nameless, unbaptized, unchristened, unidentified and unnamed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incognito" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incognito"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incognito". Common alternatives include anonymous, faceless, innominate, nameless, unbaptized, unchristened, unidentified, unnamed and untitled.

What is the opposite of "Incognito"?

Antonyms of "Incognito" include baptized, christened, dubbed, named and termed. Near antonyms include denominated, designated, specified and labeled.

How do you use "Incognito" in a sentence?

Examples of "Incognito" in a sentence: "an incognito source in the CIA was the source of the information".

Is "Incognito" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Incognito" can be used as an adverb or adjective, a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Incognito"?

"Incognito" is pronounced /ˌin-ˌkäg-ˈnē-(ˌ)tō/ and divided into syllables as in·cog·ni·to.

What is the origin of the word "Incognito"?

"Incognito" comes from Italian, from Latin incognitus unknown, from in- + cognitus, past participle of cognoscere to know cognition. First known use: 1635.