CODE: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for CODE?

Need another word that means the same as “code”? Find 31 synonyms and 30 related words for “code” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Code” are: codification, computer code, cipher, secret language, secret writing, set of symbols, key, form of words, set expression, phrase, saying, aphorism, law, laws, body of law, rules, regulations, constitution, system, charter, canon, jurisprudence, set of principles, set of standards, set of customs, cypher, encipher, encrypt, inscribe, write in code

Code as a Noun

Definitions of "Code" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “code” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• The symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions.
• Program instructions.
• A phrase or concept used to represent another in an indirect way.
• A coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy.
• A series of letters, numbers, or symbols assigned to something for the purposes of classification or identification.
• (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions.
• A systematic collection of laws or statutes.
• A set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones.
• A system of words, letters, figures, or symbols used to represent others, especially for the purposes of secrecy.
• A set of conventions or moral principles governing behaviour in a particular sphere.

Synonyms of "Code" as a noun (25 Words)

aphorism	A short pithy instructive saying. The old aphorism the child is father to the man.
body of law	A collection of particulars considered as a system.
canon	A rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field or art or philosophy. The appointment violated the canons of fair play and equal opportunity.
charter	A trip made by a ship or vehicle under hire. The town received a charter from the Emperor.
cipher	A quantity of no importance. Journalists are not mere interchangeable ciphers in the propaganda battle.
codification	A set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones. A codification of existing common law principles.
computer code	A machine for performing calculations automatically.
constitution	The constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states. The genetic constitution of a species.
form of words	The visual appearance of something or someone.
jurisprudence	A legal system. The great problem for jurisprudence to allow freedom while enforcing order.
key	A lever as in a keyboard that actuates a mechanism when depressed. Discipline seems to be the key to her success.
law	The branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do. The second law of thermodynamics.
laws	The force of policemen and officers.
phrase	Dance movements that are linked in a single choreographic sequence. The succession of downward phrases in the orchestra is so moving.
regulations	The state of being controlled or governed. Fiscal regulations are in the hands of politicians.
rules	Any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order.
saying	A word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations. This is stated in the sayings of the Prophet.
secret language	Information known only to a special group.
secret writing	Information known only to a special group.
set expression	A unit of play in tennis or squash.
set of customs	The process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization.
set of principles	The process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization.
set of standards	An abstract collection of numbers or symbols.
set of symbols	An abstract collection of numbers or symbols.
system	A sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium. The digestive system.

Usage Examples of "Code" as a noun

• Each box had a label with the code SC 90.
• A strict dress code.
• I was given the number, but not the code for Guildford.
• Messages written in code.
• The Americans cracked their diplomatic code.
• A revision of the penal code.
• ‘We'll catch up soon’ is usually a code for ‘I'm not that into you.
• A stern code of honour.
• Assembly code.

Code as a Verb

Definitions of "Code" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “code” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Be the genetic determiner of (a characteristic.
• Be the genetic code for (an amino acid or protein.
• Assign a code to (something) for purposes of classification or identification.
• Express the meaning of (a statement) in an indirect way.
• Convert (the words of a message) into a code so as to convey a secret meaning.
• Convert ordinary language into code.
• Attach a code to.
• Write code for (a computer program.

Synonyms of "Code" as a verb (6 Words)

cipher	Do arithmetic. He left two as yet uncracked ciphered messages for posthumous decoding.
cypher	Convert ordinary language into code.
encipher	Convert (a message or piece of text) into a coded form. An enciphered text.
encrypt	Convert (information or data) into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access. All calls will be digitally encrypted to make eavesdropping impossible.
inscribe	Address, (a work of literature) in a style less formal than a dedication. The memorial is inscribed with ten names.
write in code	Communicate by letter.

Usage Examples of "Code" as a verb

• One pair of homologous chromosomes codes for eye colour.
• I no longer actively code in PHP.
• She coded the samples and sent them for dissection.
• We should encode the message for security reasons.
• They code their language when talking to the general public.
• Genes that code for human growth hormone.
• Only Mitch knew how to read the message—even the name was coded.
• Most developers code C + + like C.

Associations of "Code" (30 Words)

alphabetic	Relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet. An alphabetic arrangement.
authenticate	Establish the authenticity of something. They were invited to authenticate artefacts from the Italian Renaissance.
binary	The binary system of notation. A binary star is a system in which two stars revolve around each other.
breaking	The act of breaking something.
cipher	Put (a message) into secret writing; encode. A pair of rock crystal goblets engraved with the cipher of Peter the Great.
coding	Act of writing in code or cipher. PAYE codings.
conduct	Transmit a form of energy such as heat or electricity by conduction. They were arrested for disorderly conduct.
cryptography	The science of analyzing and deciphering codes and ciphers and cryptograms.
decipher	Succeed in understanding, interpreting, or identifying (something. Can you decipher this letter.
decode	Convert (a coded message) into intelligible language. Studying reports poring over decodes.
digit	The length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure. 0 and 1 are digits.
dot	Make a dot or dots. You need to dot the i.
encode	Convert information into code. The amount of time required to encode a wav file to mp3 format.
encrypt	Convert ordinary language into code. Encrypted data.
encryption	The activity of converting data or information into code. I use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online.
factorize	Resolve (a polynomial) into factors. F factorizes completely into linear factors.
firewall	Protect a network or system from unauthorized access with a firewall. He moved the throttle to the firewall.
hash	Make meat or other food into a hash. Hash the chicken well and season.
identification	Evidence of identity; something that identifies a person or thing. Identification of the gun was an important clue.
illegibility	The quality of writing (print or handwriting) that cannot be deciphered.
illegible	(of handwriting, print, etc.) not legible. His handwriting is totally illegible.
indecipherable	Not able to be read or understood. An indecipherable message.
lock	Pass by means through a lock in a waterway. A bicycle lock.
mnemonic	Aiding or designed to aid the memory. Mnemonic device.
password	A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain admission to a place. If you don t know the password you can t come in.
scanner	Someone who scans verse to determine the number and prosodic value of the syllables. They used scanners to monitor police radio channels.
syllabic	(of verse or metre) based on the number of syllables in a line. A system of syllabic symbols.
unlock	Become unlocked. The door unlocked from the inside.
written	Written as for a film or play or broadcast. Written laws.
zero	Adjust an instrument or device to zero value. Zero the counter when the tape has rewound.