authentic | ||
1. | [ adjective ] conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief | |
Synonyms: | reliable faithful | |
Examples: | "an authentic account by an eyewitness" "reliable information" |
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Related terms: | trustworthy | |
2. | [ adjective ] not counterfeit or copied | |
Synonyms: | veritable unquestionable bona_fide | |
Examples: | "an authentic signature" "a bona fide manuscript" "an unquestionable antique" "photographs taken in a veritable bull ring" |
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Related terms: | genuine | |
Similar spelling: |
authenticity authenticate |