encoding vs encryption

encoding and encryption both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
encoding	Yes	No	No	No
encryption	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, encoding and encryption are synonyms defined as:

encoding and encryption: the activity of converting data or information into code

encoding (noun)	encryption (noun)
the activity of converting data or information into code	the activity of converting data or information into code