incognito
Incognito (adjective) means having one's identity disguised or concealed. Example: “The actor tried to travel incognito, wearing a cap and sunglasses.”
How to use incognito
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIn disguise, or hiding your real identity.
Word forms
incognitos plural
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The actor tried to travel _____, wearing a cap and sunglasses.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian incognito, from Latin incognitus, "unknown," from in- ("not") + cognitus ("known").
Rhymes for incognito
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What does “incognito” mean?
The word “incognito” means having one's identity disguised or concealed. In plain terms, in disguise, or hiding your real identity.
How do you pronounce “incognito”?
“Incognito” is pronounced ihn-kog-NEE-toh (/ˌɪnkɒɡˈniːtoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “incognito” in a sentence?
Here is “incognito” used in a sentence: “The actor tried to travel incognito, wearing a cap and sunglasses.”
What part of speech is “incognito”?
Depending on how it is used, “incognito” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Where does the word “incognito” come from?
The word “incognito” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Italian incognito, from Latin incognitus, "unknown," from in- ("not") + cognitus ("known").
How many meanings does “incognito” have?
“Incognito” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having one's identity disguised or concealed.