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Authentic

/ɒ.ˈθɛn.tɪk/

Of the same origin as claimed; genuine.

📖 Definitions of "Authentic"

adjective
  1. 1

    Of the same origin as claimed; genuine.

    "The experts confirmed it was an authentic signature."

  2. 2

    Conforming to reality and therefore worthy of trust, reliance, or belief.

    "The report was completely authentic."

  3. 3

    (of a Gregorian mode) Having the final as the lowest note of the mode.

  4. 4

    Authoritative

🔄 Synonyms of "Authentic"

8 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
reliablenounSuitable or fit to be relied on; worthy of dependence, reliance or trust; dependable, trustworthy
genuineNot counterfeit, spurious, false, or adulterated
bona fideIn good faith; sincere; without deception or ulterior motive.
trustworthyDeserving of trust, reliable.
veritableTrue; genuine.
faithfulnounLoyal; adhering firmly to person or cause.
unquestionableUndeniable, obvious.
trustynounReliable or trustworthy.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Authentic"

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WordDefinition
veritableTrue; genuine.
bona fideIn good faith; sincere; without deception or ulterior motive.
trustyReliable or trustworthy.
reliableSuitable or fit to be relied on; worthy of dependence, reliance or trust; dependable, trustworthy
trustworthyDeserving of trust, reliable.
faithfulLoyal; adhering firmly to person or cause.
genuineNot counterfeit, spurious, false, or adulterated
unquestionableUndeniable, obvious.
realTrue, genuine, not merely nominal or apparent.
genuinelyIn a genuine manner; truthfully, truly.
sincereGenuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.
truthfulHonest, and always telling the truth.
true(of a statement) Conforming to the actual state of reality or fact; factually correct.
faithnoun(metonymic) A religious or spiritual belief system.
credibleBelievable or plausible.
beliefnounMental acceptance of a claim as true.
validAcceptable, proper or correct; in accordance with the rules.
actualExisting in reality, not just potentially; really acted or acting; occurring in fact.
real-lifeAs happens in real life; not fictional or theoretical; actual as opposed to believed or assumed.
properSuitable.

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