🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

Autenticazione

Pronunciation / Transliteration: au-ten-ti-ka-tsyo-ne

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Authentication/ɔːˌθɛntɪˈkeɪʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"L'autenticazione è necessaria per accedere al sistema."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The process of verifying the identity of a person or device.

    "The authentication process ensures that only authorized users can access the system."
  2. 2

    A method or system used to confirm the identity of a user or device.

    "Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to online accounts."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'authentication' originates from the Greek word 'authentikos', meaning 'genuine' or 'real', which evolved through Latin 'authenticus' before entering Middle English in the late 14th century. Its meaning has shifted to encompass the verification of identity in various contexts, particularly in technology and security.

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