Anonymization is a process of turning data into an anonymous form in order to protect sensitive information and maintain privacy. However, there are various synonyms for the word which communicate the same meaning but using different vocabulary. Some possible synonyms for anonymization include obfuscation, redaction, scrubbing, depersonalization, pseudonymization, and deidentification. Obfuscation involves making data difficult to understand or interpret, while redaction involves the removal or masking of specific information. Scrubbing refers to the removal of information by automated means, while depersonalization involves removing the identity of an individual from data. Pseudonymization involves the replacement of personal information with a pseudonym, and deidentification refers to the process of removing all identifying information from data.