Authentication
14 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 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.”
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Contains 'ATION' ending with multiple common letters; features 'AUTHENTIC' prefix
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Worth 22 points; 'H' adds value
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