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Updated June 2026
A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain admission to something, especially a string of characters allowing access to a computer system or online account. A security credential protecting digital resources.
“Always use strong passwords combining letters, numbers, and symbols to protect your online accounts.”
/ˈpæswɜːrd/
pass·word
Eight letters with pattern PASS-; contains three vowels (A, O) with double S
Worth 13 points; compound combining PASS and WORD, common in digital contexts
Shorter words formed from the letters in “password”.
9-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “password”.
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