authentic
ɔːˈθɛntɪk
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Definition of authentic - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
originalnot counterfeit or copied
  • He wore an authentic vintage jacket from the 70s.
genuine real
2.
genuineof undisputed origin or authorship
  • The painting was confirmed as an authentic masterpiece.
bona fide genuine real
3.
historical musicTECH.using period instruments and historically researched scoresTECH.
  • The orchestra's performance was authentic to the Baroque era.
genuine
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Origin of authentic

Greek, authentikos (genuine)

Terms with authentic included in their meaning

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authentic edition
the genuine edition without alterations
authentic
real and not fake or counterfeit
fake
not genuine or authentic
authenticity
remain genuine and authentic in behavior and speech
authenticity
authentic object, person, or experience not an imitation
proof document
document officially recognized as authentic
honestadj.
object
authentic and not fake
realadj.
authentic worth
signifying meritorious qualities or actions

Examples of authentic in a sentence

  • She bought an authentic Italian leather handbag.
  • The document is an authentic record.
  • She wore an authentic vintage dress.
  • They gave an authentic rendition of medieval music.
  • The choir's authentic performance captivated the audience.

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  1. French:authentique, véridique, ...
  2. German:authentisch, originalgetreu, ...
  3. Italian:autentico, genuino, ...
  4. Spanish:auténtico, fiel, ...
  5. Portuguese:autêntico, ...
  6. Chinese:正宗的, 原作的, ...
  7. Japanese:本物の, 真正の, ...
  8. Arabic:أَصْلِي, أَصِيل, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְקוֹרִי, אֲמִיתִּי, ...
  10. Russian:подлинный, истинный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:справжній, ...
  12. Hindi:असली, मौलिक, ...
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