Definition

To change information into a code to keep it secret from others who should not see it.

Example

The company decided to encrypt their sensitive data to protect it from hackers.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new app that can encrypt your messages?

Yeah, I read that it makes them super secure!

I think it's really important to encrypt our data these days.

Definitely! Privacy is more important than ever.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Encrypt → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be) and "crypt" (from Greek "kryptos", meaning hidden or secret). The word "encrypt" means to cause information to be hidden or made secret through a code.

Memory Tip

Think of causing something to be 'hidden' — 'en-' means to cause, and 'crypt' means hidden. This helps you remember that encrypt means to make information secret.

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