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The word which denotes the name adopted by an author in his writing is.............

Question number 49 to 70 Read and answer the questions appropriately.

Anickname

Bnomenclature

Ctitle

Dpseudonym

Answer:

D. pseudonym

Read Explanation:

The word "pseudonym" denotes the name adopted by an author in place of their real name, typically used for publishing or writing.

### Definition:

- Pseudonym: A fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name. It is commonly used for privacy, anonymity, or for artistic purposes.

For example:

- Mark Twain was the pseudonym of the American author Samuel Clemens.

- George Orwell was the pseudonym of the British author Eric Arthur Blair.

So, the word "pseudonym" is the correct term for a name used by an author to hide their identity.


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