pseudonym
Translation
pseudonym, pen name, alias
Examples
Mark Twain is the pseudonym of Samuel Clemens.
Mark Twain is the pseudonym of Samuel Clemens.
She wrote under a pseudonym to protect her privacy.
She wrote under a pseudonym to protect her privacy.
Grammar Patterns
pseudonym of ((sb.)) a fictitious name used by (sb.) Mark Twain is the pseudonym of Samuel Clemens.
under a pseudonym using a fictitious name She wrote under a pseudonym to protect her privacy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pen name, alias, stage name
Etymology
From Greek 'pseudēs' (false) + 'onoma' (name), literally meaning 'false name'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'pseudo-' means 'false' (like in pseudoscience) and '-nym' means 'name'. So, it's a 'false name'.