Authentic
adjective
Something that is real, not fake or copied.
She has an authentic Picasso painting in her living room.
Often appears as...
- authentic experience
- authentic cuisine
adjective
Representing one's true nature or beliefs.
He is well-liked because of his authentic personality.
Often appears as...
- authentic self
- authentic voice
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Approving
adjective
Being exactly as appears or as claimed.
The judge found the signature to be authentic.
Often appears as...
- authentic document
- authentic evidence
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Formal
adjective
Something that is real, not fake or copied.
She has an authentic Picasso painting in her living room.
Often appears as...
- authentic experience
- authentic cuisine
adjective
Representing one's true nature or beliefs.
He is well-liked because of his authentic personality.
Often appears as...
- authentic self
- authentic voice
Usage tips
Approving
adjective
Being exactly as appears or as claimed.
The judge found the signature to be authentic.
Often appears as...
- authentic document
- authentic evidence
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Real versus Fake
Use 'authentic' to stress the originality of an item, distinguishing it from imitations.
She only collects authentic vintage clothes, no replicas.
Pro Tip 2/3Value Implication
'Authentic' often implies higher value, whether in art, collectibles or experiences.
Authentic designer bags are much more valuable than knock-offs.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Experience
Used to describe experiences true to local traditions or culture.
Tourists seek authentic experiences that reflect the local way of life.
Pro Tip 1/3Real versus Fake
Use 'authentic' to stress the originality of an item, distinguishing it from imitations.
She only collects authentic vintage clothes, no replicas.
Pro Tip 2/3Value Implication
'Authentic' often implies higher value, whether in art, collectibles or experiences.
Authentic designer bags are much more valuable than knock-offs.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Experience
Used to describe experiences true to local traditions or culture.
Tourists seek authentic experiences that reflect the local way of life.
Pro Tip 1/3Real versus Fake
Use 'authentic' to stress the originality of an item, distinguishing it from imitations.
She only collects authentic vintage clothes, no replicas.
Pro Tip 2/3Value Implication
'Authentic' often implies higher value, whether in art, collectibles or experiences.
Authentic designer bags are much more valuable than knock-offs.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Experience
Used to describe experiences true to local traditions or culture.
Tourists seek authentic experiences that reflect the local way of life.
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The Making of 'Genius' PIPE...
immerses themselves and then feels a level of commitment to the subjects that we're trying to depict absolutely authentic City is very important in a story like this because we are not telling something fictional it's so it's a true story it's about somebody who really made a difference and someone who's known all
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Would you opt for a life...
you'd be choosing an option that sharply decreases your net pleasure. Perhaps, then, you believe that there are things in life with greater intrinsic value than pleasure. Truth, knowledge, authentic connection with other human beings. These are all things that might make the list. By never learning the truth,
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How to speak so that...
The H, honesty, of course, being true in what you say, being straight and clear. The A is authenticity, just being yourself. A friend of mine described it as standing in your own truth, which I think is a lovely way to put it. The I is integrity, being your word, actually doing what you say,
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The power of vulnerabilit...
because, as it turns out, we can't practice compassion with other people if we can't treat ourselves kindly. And the last was they had connection, and -- this was the hard part -- as a result of authenticity, they were willing to let go of who they thought they should be
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Chimamanda Ngozi...
that it had failed in a number of places, but I had not quite imagined that it had failed at achieving something called African authenticity. In fact, I did not know what African authenticity was. The professor told me that my characters were too much like him,
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Inside the mind of a...
I realized that in a world crowded with variation and contradiction, foolish preachers, only foolish preachers like I used to be, see no paradox in the myths and fictions they use to assert authenticity. So I understood the vital importance of self-knowledge,
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Designing for a more...
facing systemic discrimination how do we design a world that provides people with the resource and resources and opportunities that they need to be their best and authentic self without judgment or hate design a world with
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How to spot a...
and elemental iodine. It reveals of the presence of starch, which is commonly used to strengthen regular printer paper, but won't be found in real money. That's because authentic bills are made of cotton and linen
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Why some of us don't...
Explore your intersections. Embracing our inner wiring leads to a happier, more authentic life. And perhaps more importantly -- multipotentialites, the world needs us. Thank you.
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Shark Repellent...
to make the conditions for the experiment authentic it's got to be
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The Making of 'Genius' PIPE...
immerses themselves and then feels a level of commitment to the subjects that we're trying to depict absolutely authentic City is very important in a story like this because we are not telling something fictional it's so it's a true story it's about somebody who really made a difference and someone who's known all
Video examples
Would you opt for a life...
you'd be choosing an option that sharply decreases your net pleasure. Perhaps, then, you believe that there are things in life with greater intrinsic value than pleasure. Truth, knowledge, authentic connection with other human beings. These are all things that might make the list. By never learning the truth,
Video examples
How to speak so that...
The H, honesty, of course, being true in what you say, being straight and clear. The A is authenticity, just being yourself. A friend of mine described it as standing in your own truth, which I think is a lovely way to put it. The I is integrity, being your word, actually doing what you say,
Video examples
The power of vulnerabilit...
because, as it turns out, we can't practice compassion with other people if we can't treat ourselves kindly. And the last was they had connection, and -- this was the hard part -- as a result of authenticity, they were willing to let go of who they thought they should be
Video examples
Chimamanda Ngozi...
that it had failed in a number of places, but I had not quite imagined that it had failed at achieving something called African authenticity. In fact, I did not know what African authenticity was. The professor told me that my characters were too much like him,
Video examples
Inside the mind of a...
I realized that in a world crowded with variation and contradiction, foolish preachers, only foolish preachers like I used to be, see no paradox in the myths and fictions they use to assert authenticity. So I understood the vital importance of self-knowledge,
Video examples
Designing for a more...
facing systemic discrimination how do we design a world that provides people with the resource and resources and opportunities that they need to be their best and authentic self without judgment or hate design a world with
Video examples
How to spot a...
and elemental iodine. It reveals of the presence of starch, which is commonly used to strengthen regular printer paper, but won't be found in real money. That's because authentic bills are made of cotton and linen
Video examples
Why some of us don't...
Explore your intersections. Embracing our inner wiring leads to a happier, more authentic life. And perhaps more importantly -- multipotentialites, the world needs us. Thank you.
Video examples
Shark Repellent...
to make the conditions for the experiment authentic it's got to be
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Quote examples
Michelle Obama
American First Lady
It's like, remember who you always were, where you came from, who your parents were, how they raised you. Because that authentic self is going to follow you all through life, so make sure that it's solid so it's something that you can hold on and be proud of for the rest of your life.
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John Singleton
American Director
The plain truth is, 'Fruitvale Station' was made totally outside the Hollywood studio system, and every ounce of the picture feels authentic. The lives of the people involved in the movie will never be the same.
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Taylor Swift
American Singer
My definition of country music is really pretty simple. It's when someone sings about their life and what they know, from an authentic place.
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Charles R. Swindoll
American Clergyman
I know of nothing more valuable, when it comes to the all-important virtue of authenticity, than simply being who you are.
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Noam Chomsky
American Activist
The U.S. and its allies will do anything they can to prevent authentic democracy in the Arab world.
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Natasha Rothwell
American Actress
I hope movies like 'Love, Simon' encourage people to be their authentic selves.
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Jose Andres
Spanish Chef
I believe in tradition and innovation, authenticity and passion.
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Laila Ali
American Athlete
Authenticity is very important - be true to one's self.
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Jessie Reyez
Canadian Musician
Authenticity is hella important.
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Selena Gomez
American Actress
Authenticity is my life.
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Michelle Obama
American First Lady
It's like, remember who you always were, where you came from, who your parents were, how they raised you. Because that authentic self is going to follow you all through life, so make sure that it's solid so it's something that you can hold on and be proud of for the rest of your life.
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John Singleton
American Director
The plain truth is, 'Fruitvale Station' was made totally outside the Hollywood studio system, and every ounce of the picture feels authentic. The lives of the people involved in the movie will never be the same.
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Taylor Swift
American Singer
My definition of country music is really pretty simple. It's when someone sings about their life and what they know, from an authentic place.
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Charles R. Swindoll
American Clergyman
I know of nothing more valuable, when it comes to the all-important virtue of authenticity, than simply being who you are.
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Noam Chomsky
American Activist
The U.S. and its allies will do anything they can to prevent authentic democracy in the Arab world.
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Natasha Rothwell
American Actress
I hope movies like 'Love, Simon' encourage people to be their authentic selves.
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Jose Andres
Spanish Chef
I believe in tradition and innovation, authenticity and passion.
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Laila Ali
American Athlete
Authenticity is very important - be true to one's self.
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Jessie Reyez
Canadian Musician
Authenticity is hella important.
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Selena Gomez
American Actress
Authenticity is my life.
Example 1 of 10
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