anonymously

[ uh-non-uh-muhs-lee ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anonymously¹

anonymous ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

The others spoke to the BBC anonymously on the grounds that they were taking part in ongoing negotiations.

From BBC

Allowing social media platforms to publish disinformation, often anonymously, promotes dishonesty and maximizes profits for those platforms at the expense of the audience they exploit.

From Salon

They largely kept their mouths shut or spoke only anonymously to reporters.

From Salon

Her story was told anonymously under the pseudonym “Alice” in the documentary, and her voice was also distorted to protect her identity.

From BBC

This technological divide has been experienced by smart meter engineers who have spoken anonymously to Panorama.

From BBC