authentic — genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːˈθentɪk/
Korean meaning: 진짜의, 진품의, 진실한
Korean pronunciation: 오**쎈**틱
Example Sentences
- The restaurant claims to serve authentic Italian pizza, but the chef is from Nebraska.
- She wanted an authentic cultural experience, so she lived with a local family for a month.
- His authentic Brooklyn accent disappeared the moment he moved to California.
authentic
ADJECTIVE//ɔːˈθentɪk//
genuine, real, or true; not copied or false
The master potter identifies authentic handmade pottery by its genuine craftsmanship marks
True aesthetic value lies in authentic, eclectic art!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'authentique' and Latin 'authenticus', derived from Greek 'authentikos' meaning 'original, genuine', from 'authentes' meaning 'one who acts with authority' or 'master'.
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📝Examples
“The restaurant claims to serve authentic Italian pizza, but the chef is from Nebraska.”
“She wanted an authentic cultural experience, so she lived with a local family for a month.”
“His authentic Brooklyn accent disappeared the moment he moved to California.”
“The museum displayed authentic artifacts from ancient Egypt.”
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