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authentic

(ɔːθentɪk)

1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]

An authentic person, object, or emotion is genuine.

...authentic Italian food.

She has authentic charm whereas most people simply have nice manners.

They have to look authentic.

authenticity (ɔːθentɪsɪti) uncountable noun [usually with poss]

There are factors, however, that have cast doubt on the statue's authenticity.

Synonyms: genuineness, purity, realness, veritableness More Synonyms of authentic

authentically (ɔːθentɪkli) graded adverb [usually ADVERB adjective/-ed, also ADV after v]

Consumers are increasingly interested in the authentically exotic tastes.

The enamel gives new brass an authentically tarnished finish.

2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]

If you describe something as authentic, you mean that it is such a good imitation that it is almost the same as or as good as the original.

[approval]

...patterns for making authentic frontier-style clothing.

Synonyms: real, true, original, actual More Synonyms of authentic

authentically graded adverb [ADVERB with verb, ADVERB adjective]

The team decided to try and replicate the missing curtains as authentically as possible.

3. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]

An authentic piece of information or account of something is reliable and accurate.

I had obtained the authentic details about the birth of the organization.

Synonyms: accurate, true, certain, reliable More Synonyms of authentic

authentically graded adverb

The book authentically and intimately describes the small details of her daily life.

authenticity uncountable noun [usually with poss]

The film's authenticity of detail has impressed critics.

Synonyms: accuracy, truth, certainty, validity More Synonyms of authentic

authentic in British English

(ɔːˈθɛntɪk) or authentical (ɔːˈθɛntɪkəl)

adjective

of undisputed origin or authorship; genuine

an authentic signature

accurate in representation of the facts; trustworthy; reliable

an authentic account

(of a deed or other document) duly executed, any necessary legal formalities having been complied with

4. music

using period instruments and historically researched scores and playing techniques in an attempt to perform a piece as it would have been played at the time it was written

(in combination)

an authentic-instrument performance

5. music

(of a mode as used in Gregorian chant) commencing on the final and ending an octave higher

(of a cadence) progressing from a dominant to a tonic chord

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Derived forms

authentically (auˈthentically)

adverb

authenticity (ˌɔːθɛnˈtɪsɪtɪ)

noun

Word origin

C14: from Late Latin authenticus coming from the author, from Greek authentikos, from authentēs one who acts independently, from auto- + hentēs a doer

authentic in American English

(ɔˈθɛntɪk)

adjective

that can be believed or accepted; trustworthy; reliable

an authentic news report

that is in fact as represented; genuine; real

an authentic antique

legally attested or executed, as a deed, affidavit, etc.

true to its type; conforming to an original in style, methods, etc.

authentic Japanese cooking

5. Obsolete

authoritative

SYNONYMY NOTE: authentic implies reliability and trustworthiness, stressing that the thing considered is inagreement with fact or actuality [an authentic report]; genuine is applied to that which really is what it is represented to be, emphasizing freedomfrom admixture, adulteration, sham, etc. [genuine silk; genuine grief]; bona fide is properly used when a question of good faith is involved; , veritable implies correspondence with the truth and connotes absolute affirmation [a veritable fool]

OPPOSITES: spurious, counterfeit, sham

Derived forms

authentically (auˈthentically)

adverb

Word origin

ME autentike < OFr autentique < LL authenticus < Gr authentikos, genuine < authentēs, one who does things himself < autos, self + -hentēs < IE base *sen-, to prepare, achieve

Examples of 'authentic' in a sentence
authentic

There is something tenderly authentic about it.It makes them seem genuine and authentic.So what we provide here is a very authentic Arabian experience.For a small region, there is an abundance of specialities that locals will insist you try for an authentic experience.We are genuine and authentic.A lunch of Bangkok street food means the only thing missing from this otherwise authentic experience is the jet lag.Those that are driven by a compelling authentic voice stand out strongly.They crave genuine relationships and authentic friendships.This allows manufacturers to make food seem authentic without going to the expense of making it authentically.They want it to look as authentic as possible.

In other languages
authentic

British English: authentic /ɔːˈθɛntɪk/ ADJECTIVE

If something is authentic, it is genuine or accurate.

...authentic Italian food.

American English: authentic
Arabic: حَقِيقِيّ
Brazilian Portuguese: autêntico
Chinese: 可信的
Croatian: autentičan
Czech: autentický
Danish: autentisk
Dutch: authentiek
European Spanish: auténtico
Finnish: autenttinen
French: authentique
German: authentisch
Greek: αυθεντικός
Italian: autentico
Japanese: 本物の
Korean: 진정한
Norwegian: autentisk
Polish: autentyczny
European Portuguese: autêntico
Romanian: autentic
Russian: подлинный
Latin American Spanish: auténtico
Swedish: äkta
Thai: ของแท้
Turkish: özgün
Ukrainian: справжній
Vietnamese: đích thực

Chinese translation of 'authentic'

authentic

(ɔːˈθɛntɪk)

adj

(= genuine)
1. [cuisine] 正宗的 (zhèngzōng de)
2. [painting] 真的 (zhēn de)
3. [document] 真实(實)的 (zhēnshí de)
(= reliable) [account] 可靠的 (kěkào de)

1 (adjective) in the sense of real

Definition

of undisputed origin or authorship

patterns for making authentic border-style clothing

Synonyms

real

the smell of real leather

true

I allowed myself to acknowledge my true feelings.

original

The company specializes in selling original movie posters.

actual

They are using local actors or the actual people involved.

pure

The ancient alchemists tried to transmute base metals into pure gold.

genuine

They are convinced the painting is genuine.

valid

For foreign holidays you will need a valid passport.

faithful

A dog is the most faithful creature you'll ever meet.

I remained faithful to my family.

undisputed

veritable

lawful

on the level (informal)

bona fide

We are happy to donate to bona fide charitable causes.

dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal)

pukka

He bought a pukka, rear-drive sports car.

the real McCoy

true-to-life

live

Opposites

supposed,

false

fake

mock

synthetic

imitation

untrue

pseudo (informal)

unreal

counterfeit

2 (adjective) in the sense of accurate

Definition

reliable or accurate

authentic details about the birth of the organization

Synonyms

accurate

a more accurate description of the terrain

true

Everything I had heard about him was true.

certain

reliable

She was efficient and reliable.

legitimate

They have demanded the restoration of the legitimate government.

authoritative

The evidence she uses is highly authoritative.

factual

Any comparison that is not strictly factual runs the risk of being interpreted as subjective.

truthful

They had not given a truthful account of what actually happened.

dependable

He was a good friend and a dependable companion.

trustworthy

He is a trustworthy, level-headed teacher.

veracious

simon-pure (rare)

Opposites

misleading

fraudulent

hypothetical

unfaithful

spurious

fictitious

Additional synonyms

in the sense of actual

Definition

existing in reality or as a matter of fact

They are using local actors or the actual people involved.

Synonyms

genuine,

real,

true,

confirmed,

authentic,

verified,

truthful,

bona fide,

dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal)

in the sense of authoritative

Definition

recognized as being reliable

The evidence she uses is highly authoritative.

Synonyms

reliable,

learned,

sound,

true,

accurate,

valid,

scholarly,

faithful,

authentic,

definitive,

factual,

truthful,

veritable,

dependable,

trustworthy

in the sense of bona fide

Definition

undertaken in good faith

We are happy to donate to bona fide charitable causes.

Synonyms

genuine,

real,

true,

legal,

actual,

legitimate,

authentic,

honest,

veritable,

lawful,

on the level (informal),

kosher (informal),

dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),

the real McCoy

Synonyms of 'authentic'

authentic

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单词	authentic
释义	Trends of authentic View usage for: authentic (ɔːθentɪk) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] An authentic person, object, or emotion is genuine. ...authentic Italian food. She has authentic charm whereas most people simply have nice manners. They have to look authentic. authenticity (ɔːθentɪsɪti) uncountable noun [usually with poss] There are factors, however, that have cast doubt on the statue's authenticity. Synonyms: genuineness, purity, realness, veritableness More Synonyms of authentic authentically (ɔːθentɪkli) graded adverb [usually ADVERB adjective/-ed, also ADV after v] Consumers are increasingly interested in the authentically exotic tastes. The enamel gives new brass an authentically tarnished finish. 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] If you describe something as authentic, you mean that it is such a good imitation that it is almost the same as or as good as the original. [approval] ...patterns for making authentic frontier-style clothing. Synonyms: real, true, original, actual More Synonyms of authentic authentically graded adverb [ADVERB with verb, ADVERB adjective] The team decided to try and replicate the missing curtains as authentically as possible. 3. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] An authentic piece of information or account of something is reliable and accurate. I had obtained the authentic details about the birth of the organization. Synonyms: accurate, true, certain, reliable More Synonyms of authentic authentically graded adverb The book authentically and intimately describes the small details of her daily life. authenticity uncountable noun [usually with poss] The film's authenticity of detail has impressed critics. Synonyms: accuracy, truth, certainty, validity More Synonyms of authentic authentic in British English (ɔːˈθɛntɪk) or authentical (ɔːˈθɛntɪkəl) adjective 1. of undisputed origin or authorship; genuine an authentic signature 2. accurate in representation of the facts; trustworthy; reliable an authentic account 3. (of a deed or other document) duly executed, any necessary legal formalities having been complied with 4. music a. using period instruments and historically researched scores and playing techniques in an attempt to perform a piece as it would have been played at the time it was written b. (in combination) an authentic-instrument performance 5. music a. (of a mode as used in Gregorian chant) commencing on the final and ending an octave higher b. (of a cadence) progressing from a dominant to a tonic chord Compare plagal Derived forms authentically (auˈthentically) adverb authenticity (ˌɔːθɛnˈtɪsɪtɪ) noun Word origin C14: from Late Latin authenticus coming from the author, from Greek authentikos, from authentēs one who acts independently, from auto- + hentēs a doer authentic in American English (ɔˈθɛntɪk) adjective 1. that can be believed or accepted; trustworthy; reliable an authentic news report 2. that is in fact as represented; genuine; real an authentic antique 3. legally attested or executed, as a deed, affidavit, etc. 4. true to its type; conforming to an original in style, methods, etc. authentic Japanese cooking 5. Obsolete authoritative SYNONYMY NOTE: authentic implies reliability and trustworthiness, stressing that the thing considered is inagreement with fact or actuality [an authentic report]; genuine is applied to that which really is what it is represented to be, emphasizing freedomfrom admixture, adulteration, sham, etc. [genuine silk; genuine grief]; bona fide is properly used when a question of good faith is involved; , veritable implies correspondence with the truth and connotes absolute affirmation [a veritable fool] OPPOSITES: spurious, counterfeit, sham Derived forms authentically (auˈthentically) adverb Word origin ME autentike < OFr autentique < LL authenticus < Gr authentikos, genuine < authentēs, one who does things himself < autos, self + -hentēs < IE base sen-, to prepare, achieve Examples of 'authentic' in a sentence authentic There is something tenderly authentic about it. Times, Sunday Times (2016) It makes them seem genuine and authentic. Times, Sunday Times (2016) So what we provide here is a very authentic Arabian experience. Times, Sunday Times (2016) For a small region, there is an abundance of specialities that locals will insist you try for an authentic experience. The Sun (2016) We are genuine and authentic. Times, Sunday Times (2017) A lunch of Bangkok street food means the only thing missing from this otherwise authentic experience is the jet lag. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Those that are driven by a compelling authentic voice stand out strongly. The Times Literary Supplement (2011) They crave genuine relationships and authentic friendships. Christianity Today (2000) This allows manufacturers to make food seem authentic without going to the expense of making it authentically. The Sun (2007) They want it to look as authentic as possible. The Sun (2013) Perhaps she loves the slums because her experiences there seem authentic and vivid. Times, Sunday Times (2008) They want something authentic to go back to. David Boyle AUTHENTICITY: Brands, Fakes, Spin and the Lust for Real Life (2003) It may also happen to be historically authentic. The Times Literary Supplement (2010) Most felt they were listening to the authentic voice of a suffering father. Times, Sunday Times (2013) It also has to feel genuine and authentic. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Explore the side streets for authentic food. The Sun (2015) The voyage was as authentic as possible. Times, Sunday Times (2012) But they do provide authentic experience by using modern delivery systems that look a little virtual. David Boyle AUTHENTICITY: Brands, Fakes, Spin and the Lust for Real Life (2003) But people come because they want the authentic experience. Times, Sunday Times (2007) It is an authentic document, like a visual diary. Times, Sunday Times (2010) Their gratitude towards local people appears authentic, and the news of their deaths prompts an outpouring of grief. The Times Literary Supplement (2011) The programme's historical advisor made the cast wear period costumes to keep the show as authentic as possible. The Sun (2014) But does genuine mean authentic? Times, Sunday Times (2009) I am now satisfied that the documents are authentic'. Times, Sunday Times (2010) Clearly a student of that era's greats, this is also the work of an authentic and original artist. The Sun (2014) In other languages authentic British English: authentic /ɔːˈθɛntɪk/ ADJECTIVE If something is authentic, it is genuine or accurate. ...authentic Italian food. American English: authentic Arabic: حَقِيقِيّ Brazilian Portuguese: autêntico Chinese: 可信的 Croatian: autentičan Czech: autentický Danish: autentisk Dutch: authentiek European Spanish: auténtico Finnish: autenttinen French: authentique German: authentisch Greek: αυθεντικός Italian: autentico Japanese: 本物の Korean: 진정한 Norwegian: autentisk Polish: autentyczny European Portuguese: autêntico Romanian: autentic Russian: подлинный Latin American Spanish: auténtico Swedish: äkta Thai: ของแท้ Turkish: özgün Ukrainian: справжній Vietnamese: đích thực Chinese translation of 'authentic' authentic (ɔːˈθɛntɪk) adj (= genuine) [cuisine] 正宗的 (zhèngzōng de) [painting] 真的 (zhēn de) [document] 真实(實)的 (zhēnshí de) (= reliable) [account] 可靠的 (kěkào de) 1 (adjective) in the sense of real Definition of undisputed origin or authorship patterns for making authentic border-style clothing Synonyms real the smell of real leather true I allowed myself to acknowledge my true feelings. original The company specializes in selling original movie posters. actual They are using local actors or the actual people involved. pure The ancient alchemists tried to transmute base metals into pure gold. genuine They are convinced the painting is genuine. valid For foreign holidays you will need a valid passport. faithful A dog is the most faithful creature you'll ever meet. I remained faithful to my family. undisputed veritable lawful on the level (informal) bona fide We are happy to donate to bona fide charitable causes. dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal) pukka He bought a pukka, rear-drive sports car. the real McCoy true-to-life live Opposites supposed, false , fake , mock , synthetic , imitation , untrue , pseudo (informal) , unreal , counterfeit 2 (adjective) in the sense of accurate Definition reliable or accurate authentic details about the birth of the organization Synonyms accurate a more accurate description of the terrain true Everything I had heard about him was true. certain reliable She was efficient and reliable. legitimate They have demanded the restoration of the legitimate government. authoritative The evidence she uses is highly authoritative. factual Any comparison that is not strictly factual runs the risk of being interpreted as subjective. truthful They had not given a truthful account of what actually happened. dependable He was a good friend and a dependable companion. trustworthy He is a trustworthy, level-headed teacher. veracious simon-pure (rare) Opposites misleading , fraudulent , hypothetical , unfaithful , spurious , fictitious Additional synonyms in the sense of actual Definition existing in reality or as a matter of fact They are using local actors or the actual people involved. Synonyms genuine, real, true, confirmed, authentic, verified, truthful, bona fide, dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal) in the sense of authoritative Definition recognized as being reliable The evidence she uses is highly authoritative. Synonyms reliable, learned, sound, true, accurate, valid, scholarly, faithful, authentic, definitive, factual, truthful, veritable, dependable, trustworthy in the sense of bona fide Definition undertaken in good faith We are happy to donate to bona fide charitable causes. Synonyms genuine, real, true, legal, actual, legitimate, authentic, honest, veritable, lawful, on the level (informal), kosher (informal), dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), the real McCoy Synonyms of 'authentic' authentic Explore 'authentic' in the dictionary*
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