authenticity — the quality of being genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːˌθenˈtɪsəti/
Example Sentences
- The restaurant's authenticity was ruined when they started serving pizza alongside traditional Korean dishes.
- Social media influencers often struggle with maintaining authenticity while promoting products.
- The art dealer's reputation was destroyed when the authenticity of several paintings was questioned.
authenticity
NOUN[/ɔːˌθenˈtɪsəti/]
the quality of being genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
Experts confirmed the authenticity of the ancient sword.
Her authenticity earned everyone's trust.
The authenticity of the traditional food made the picnic terrific.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'authenticité', derived from Latin 'authenticus' meaning 'original, genuine', which comes from Greek 'authentikos' from 'authentes' meaning 'one who does things himself, master, author'.
Breakdown
authent- (genuine, original) + -ic (adjective-forming suffix) + -ity (noun-forming suffix indicating a quality or state) = authenticity
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📝Examples
“The restaurant's authenticity was ruined when they started serving pizza alongside traditional Korean dishes.”
“Social media influencers often struggle with maintaining authenticity while promoting products.”
“The art dealer's reputation was destroyed when the authenticity of several paintings was questioned.”
“My grandmother's cooking has an authenticity that no restaurant can replicate.”
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