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authentic

adjective

Not counterfeit or copied

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
A
Ends with
C
Contains
UT
Scrabble score
14
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ɔ.ˈθɛn.tɪk

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Not counterfeit or copied

    “An authentic signature”

adjective

  1. Conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief

    “An authentic account by an eyewitness”

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Example Sentences

An authentic signature
A bona fide manuscript
An unquestionable antique
Photographs taken in a veritable bull ring
An authentic account by an eyewitness
Reliable information

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