anonymously

American  

[uh-non-uh-muhs-lee] / əˈnɒn ə məs li /

adverb

1. without giving a name.

   If you wish to write your story from a man's point of view, either using your name or anonymously, I will post it for you.

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Etymology

Origin of anonymously

anonymous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Those who do make reports often file anonymously, making it difficult for the school to investigate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“Essentially, you’re just lengthening the ramp, which with international films really helps put these movies on the radar,” says a veteran awards consultant, who, because of potential client conflicts, asked to speak anonymously.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The Electoral Commission says parties must not accept donations made anonymously, or if they are unable to identify who the donor is.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

This threat is acute enough that observers are warning that the ability to anonymously make such large bets on current events could motivate the people involved to alter outcomes for their own financial benefit.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

He could have bid anonymously, but he obviously wanted the world to know who now possessed the artifact.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline