adjective
incognito
ihn-kog-NEE-toh
Incognito (adjective) means having one's identity disguised or concealed. Example: “The actor tried to travel incognito, wearing a cap and sunglasses.”
adjective
1
Having one's identity disguised or concealed.
"The actor tried to travel incognito, wearing a cap and sunglasses."
adverb
1
Without revealing who you are.
"She checked into the hotel incognito, using a fake name."
How to use incognito
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishIn disguise, or hiding your real identity.
Common pairings
travel incognito
go incognito
incognito mode
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Word forms
- Plural
- incognitos
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Etymology
Borrowed from Italian incognito, from Latin incognitus, "unknown," from in- ("not") + cognitus ("known").
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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.
