cryptographic

adjective

cryp·​to·​graph·​ic ˌkrip-tə-ˈgra-fik 

: of, relating to, or using cryptography

cryptographically

ˌkrip-tə-ˈgra-fi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of cryptographic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Transitioning to quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms is a critical first step. —Sandy Carter, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024

Hashing is a term that applies to the practice of passing passwords through a one-way cryptographic algorithm that assigns a long string of characters that’s unique for each unique input of plaintext. —Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 27 Sep. 2024

Aggregation relies on advanced cryptographic techniques like recursive zk-proofs and compatibility with multiple zk-proof standards, which can require significant computational resources and technical expertise. —Ayush Gupta, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

The average user doesn't want to think about private keys, gas fees or cryptographic proofs. —Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

crypto(graphy) + -graphic

Note: New Latin cryptographicus was already in use by Erycius Puteanus in 1612 (see note at cryptography), though this early occurrence is unlikely to have been the source of the English word.

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above