password
n. countablen. a secret word or set of characters you use to prove who you are. You type it into a computer or phone to get access to your accounts.
n. a secret string of characters used for authentication to prove identity or gain access to a resource. Often used in digital security contexts or as a verbal signal in military protocols.
You should never share your password with anyone.
The system prompted the user to enter a new password containing at least one special character.
Robust security protocols often mandate the use of multi-factor authentication rather than relying solely on a single alphanumeric password to protect sensitive data.
From pass + word. The sentry-passing sense predates the cryptographic sense and was its inspiration.
Commonly used with verbs like 'enter', 'reset', or 'encrypt'.