authentic
word
/əˈθɛnɪk/
aw-THEN-tik
/ɔːθˈɛntɪk/
aw-THEN-tik
Definition
Something that is authentic is real, genuine, and not fake or a copy. It can also describe something that is true to its origin or style.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for food, art, products, and experiences to emphasize originality. Common with 'authentic cuisine', 'authentic experience', or 'authentic person'. Be careful not to confuse with 'authoritative' or 'automatic'.
Spanish: auténtico - genuinoPortuguese (BR): autêntico - genuínoPortuguese (PT): autêntico - genuínoChinese (Simplified): 正宗的 - 真实的Chinese (Traditional): 正宗的 - 真實的Hindi: प्रामाणिक - असलीArabic: أصيل - حقيقيBengali: প্রামাণিক - আসলRussian: аутентичный - подлинный - настоящийJapanese: 本物の - 正真正銘のVietnamese: chính gốc - xác thựcKorean: 진짜의 - 정통의Turkish: otantik - gerçekUrdu: مستند - اصلیIndonesian: asli - otentik
Example Sentences
This is an authentic Italian pizza.
basic
The museum has an authentic painting from the 18th century.
basic
He always tries to be authentic with his friends.
basic
Are you sure this bag is authentic? It looks brand new.
natural
People appreciate leaders who are authentic and honest.
natural
That restaurant serves the most authentic Mexican food I've ever tasted.
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