code

[kohd] / koʊd /

NOUN

secret language system

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cipher

STRONG

cryptograph cryptography

WEAK

cryptogram hieroglyphics language signs

NOUN

law, rule, or convention

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constitution convention custom discipline laws regulation rules system

STRONG

canon charter ethics etiquette manners maxim

WEAK

codex digest

Antonyms

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disorder disorganization

NOUN

instructions for a computer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

program script

STRONG

algorithm routine

VERB

to write in computer language or program

Synonyms

STRONGEST

author program write

Example Sentences

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In fact, writing code or shipping a product was not the main goal of the job.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

PBI is the president’s home airport and will retain that airport code for now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The lot code is “0416DPO1215” and has the established number “P44164” printed on the back of the bag.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The agent managed to rewrite its own code to avoid the kill switch, then posted about the blocking.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Like, what a zip code or a hot plate is.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy