Stage Names In Entertainment

noun a false or fictitious identity

adverb used to indicate that a named person is also known or more familiar under another specified name

• The suspect used an alias to avoid being identified by the authorities.
• I heard that John goes by the alias 'Big J' at the gym.
• Yo, have you met my friend who goes by the alias 'Slick Rick'?
• In the world of espionage, having an alias is crucial for maintaining anonymity.

noun a name or nickname

adjective relating to a name or nickname

• The author chose to publish under a moniker to maintain anonymity.
• My friends call me by the moniker 'Ace' because of my skills in card games.
• I heard that rapper goes by the moniker 'Lil' these days.
• The city earned the moniker 'The Big Apple' due to its popularity and influence.